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Everything Is Tuberculosis: A History of Our Deadliest Infection
by John Green
Explore the long and deadly history of tuberculosis, a disease that has plagued humanity for millennia. From its romanticized past to its current status as a disease of poverty and injustice, TB continues to kill over a million people each year. Author John Green shares the story of Henry, a young patient he met in Sierra Leone, and advocates for greater awareness and access to treatment. "Everything Is Tuberculosis" weaves together personal narrative with scientific and social history, revealing how TB has shaped our world and how our choices will determine its future.
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Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy
by Mary Roach
From the New York Times best-selling author of Stiff and Fuzz, comes a hilarious and insightful exploration into the quest to recreate the human body. Our bodies are the most complex machines, but unlike cars, replacement parts aren't readily available. For centuries, medicine has been resourceful – fashioning noses from brass, borrowing skin from frogs, and even crafting breasts from petroleum. Today, we're on the cusp of growing organs with stem cells and 3D printers. But how far have we come? In Replaceable You, Mary Roach dives into the remarkable, sometimes unsettling, world of regenerative medicine. Join her as she explores the ethical and practical challenges of replacing failing body parts. From burn units to xeno-pigsties, Roach's journey is filled with her signature wit and infectious curiosity. She meets surgeons, researchers, amputees, and even those designing wearable organs. Get ready for a wild ride through the wondrous, improbable, and sometimes surreal quest to build a better you.
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The Woman Who Defied Medicine: Dr. Mary Putnam Jacobi's Fight for Women's Health
by Lydia Reeder
Discover the untold story of Dr. Mary Putnam Jacobi, the fearless physician who challenged Victorian-era sexism in medicine. In a time when male doctors used dubious science to confine women to motherhood, Jacobi defied expectations and fought for women's right to healthcare and education. This gripping narrative unveils how Jacobi, armed with groundbreaking research, shattered prevailing myths and paved the way for modern women's health. Experience the birth of a sexist science that still echoes today, and witness the ongoing battle for control of women's bodies and lives.
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