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This book is a concise, student‑friendly introduction to medical terminology, designed for learners in nursing, allied health, and foundational healthcare programs. It teaches students how to decode medical words by breaking them into their basic components—prefixes, suffixes, and word roots—so they can understand clinical language used in charts, documentation, and healthcare communication.

The 6th edition continues its practical, step‑by‑step approach, helping students build confidence even if they have no prior medical background. It emphasizes real‑world usage, showing

The introduction emphasizes that the capability approach is fundamentally about freedom: what people are genuinely able to do and be. It argues that traditional economic measures (like GDP) fail to capture human flourishing, and that evaluating well‑being requires looking at people’s real opportunities, not just resources or outcomes.

The introduction emphasizes that health policy and law are central forces that determine who gets care, how care is delivered, how public health is protected, and how health systems respond to social challenges. It frames the book as a practical, accessible guide for students entering health administration, public health, nursing, and related fields.

Human health is inseparable from the environment. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we consume, and the places we live and work all shape our well‑being. As environmental challenges grow more complex—from pollution and chemical exposures to climate change and emerging diseases—understanding these connections becomes essential for protecting communities and promoting public health.

This book provides a comprehensive, evidence‑based foundation in environmental health. It introduces the scientific principles that explain how environmental hazards affect the body, explores the policies and systems designed to manage those hazards, and highlights the global issues that demand coordinated public‑health action. Through clear explanations and real‑world examples, it equips students and professionals with the knowledge needed to assess risks, support environmental justice, and contribute to healthier, more sustainable societies

Fei‑Fei Li—one of the most influential figures in modern artificial intelligence—offers a personal, scientific, and philosophical memoir about her life and her role in shaping the field of AI. The book blends her experiences as an immigrant, scientist, and educator with the story of how AI evolved from a niche academic pursuit into a global force.

Li uses her own journey to explore how humans perceive the world, how machines learn to “see,” and what responsible AI development should look like. The narrative is both technical and deeply human, emphasizing empathy, ethics, and the social impact of technology.

Medical-surgical nursing lies at the heart of professional nursing practice. It demands a deep understanding of complex health conditions, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to deliver safe, compassionate care to adults across diverse settings. As healthcare evolves—bringing new technologies, treatment approaches, and patient needs—nurses must be equipped with knowledge that is both scientifically grounded and clinically relevant.

This textbook provides that foundation. Integrating pathophysiology, assessment, and evidence-based nursing interventions, it guides learners through the full spectrum of adult health

Essentials of Health Behavior (4e) provides a clear, accessible introduction to behavioral science in public health. It explains why people behave the way they do, how social and psychological factors shape health, and how public health professionals design interventions to change behavior at individual, community, and population levels.