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A sensational memoir with all the emotional power of The Fault in Our Stars, The Yellow World is the story of cancer and survival that has moved and inspired readers around the world. My heroes don’t wear red capes. They wear red bands. Albert Espinosa never wanted to write a book about...

The self-published sensation and UK bestseller that has helped thousands touched by cancer. “I have cancer. Cancer does not have me.” Sophie Sabbage was forty-eight years old, happily married, and mother to a four-year-old daughter when she was diagnosed with late-stage lung cancer. Since...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “An inspiring story of coming back from cancer and learning to cherish every moment.”—People “I have breast cancer.” When Good Morning America anchor Amy Robach revealed her shocking diagnosis on live television in November 2013, the seasoned news...

The evidence is in: you can reduce cancer risk and support treatment by focusing on six key areas of health and wellness. The scientific data on the link between lifestyle, environmental factors, and cancer risk has been accumulating at an accelerated rate over the past decade: Every week we...

The gripping story of a chemical weapons catastrophe, the cover-up, and how one American Army doctor’s discovery led to the development of the first drug to combat cancer, known today as chemotherapy. On the night of December 2, 1943, the Luftwaffe bombed a critical Allied port in Bari, Italy...

She charmed America with her smart, likable, down-to-earth personality as she campaigned for her husband, then vice-presidential candidate John Edwards. She inspired millions as she valiantly fought advanced breast cancer after being diagnosed only days before the 2004 election. She touched...

The revolutionary New York Times bestseller about powerful lifestyle changes that can fight and prevent cancer—an integrative approach based on the latest research An international phenomenon, Anticancer has been a long-running bestseller in the U.S. since Viking first published it in fall...

A must-read for every dog lover—a short, tender, and uplifting tale of a cancer survivor and the life lessons shared with him by his beloved family dog. Our dogs come into our lives as “just the family pet,” but before we know it they become drinking buddies and fuzzy shrinks, playmates...

Writer and political activist Mike Marqusee was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, in the summer of 2007. At first, disinclined to share his misery with others, he was reluctant to write about his illness. But he then came to realize that doing so provided a precious continuity with his life as a writer before contracting the disease, and a way of reaching out to a wider world that the illness made physically less accessible.

Aly's Fight is a beautiful story about a tenacious young couple who chose to face devastating news with a spirit of hope and to look for blessings the Lord sends them in good times and in bad times. Authors Josh and Aly Taylor share their journey with listeners to teach all to enjoy life when life is anything but enjoyable. At just 24 years old, Aly was diagnosed with stage-three breast cancer and underwent years of treatments and surgeries. After many failed fertility treatments, she was diagnosed with infertility as a result of her chemotherapy.

Each year, over 300,000 women in the United States alone are diagnosed with some form of breast cancer, yet that doesn’t tell the whole story. Today, more than 4 million women worldwide are living with this disease—both during and after treatments. Knowing that 1 in 8 women will develop this...

Uncover the gripping medical history of our oldest biological enemy and find hope in the science of survival. Whether you are seeking deep-focus learning during your commute or looking for empathetic understanding while supporting a loved one, this deeply human narrative delivers profound...

Demystify the terrifying medical history of oncology to uncover the scientific breakthroughs driving the race for a cure. Whether you are navigating a recent diagnosis, supporting an ill loved one, or seeking clarity, this grounded narrative translates the microscopic drama of rogue cells into...

Master the molecular biology of oncology and understand how healthy cellular circuits transform into rogue malignancies. Perfect for your clinical commute or late-night board prep, this rigorous audio journey translates overwhelming medical science into a clear, predictable narrative of...

Turn complex genomic data into actionable individualized cancer therapy during your daily clinical commute. Master the urgent shift from population-based treatments to cutting-edge precision oncology. Empower your daily practice with the authoritative tools needed to decode tumor biology and...

Navigate your prostate cancer diagnosis with confidence using this clear, calming guide to men’s health and recovery. When facing confusing medical jargon and overwhelming treatment choices, you need straightforward answers, not more anxiety. Perfect for listening during a commute to the...

WINNER OF THE GUARDIAN FIRST BOOK AWARD 2011 WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2011 ‘Profound, eloquent and searching’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘Essential reading’ INDEPENDENT ‘Masterly’ GUARDIAN ‘Extraordinary’ NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW Riveting, audacious and now more urgent...

A partir de histórias de pacientes com os mais diversos problemas de visão, este livro explora, de maneira original, o antigo dilema entre mente e cérebro. Com uma prosa límpida, que mescla rigor médico com referências à literatura, às artes e à história do pensamento, o autor relata...

“Listeners will find A Fatal Inheritance to be an effective overview of research on cancer and hereditary predisposition, one that achieves serious investigation while remaining intensely human.”—BookPage Weaving his own moving family story with a sweeping history of cancer research...

Cancer touches everybody’s life in one way or another. But most of us know very little about how the disease works, why we treat it the way we do, and the personalities whose dedication got us where we are today. For fifty years, Dr. Vincent T. DeVita Jr. has been one of those key players: he...