Winifred Conkling Books

It's The Most Common Cancer in American Men-And a Top Health Concern of Men Over 50. Don't Let Prostate Cancer Win. Discover the Revolutionary Treatments that Could Save Your Life! Every year 350,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. With more and more treatments available to tackle the disease, choosing the one that's right for you can be a daunting task. Now Dr. Glenn J. Bubley, an expert oncologist with twenty-five years of experience in conventional and experimental prostate cancer therapies, offers the latest information on the disease and the full range of therapeutic options available. He explains the pioneering techniques and medications being tested in today's clinical trials-including herbs and nutritional supplements-so that you can weigh all the choices and make informed decisions about your health. Discover: * What the prostate is, how it works, and what can go wrong * Natural herbal and nutritional supplements that may improve prostate health * New diagnostic tests-and the limitations of standard PSA screening * The pros and cons of traditional surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy and how to assess promising new treatments * Experimental drugs and vaccines that may slow-or even stop-the spread of prostate cancer * How to choose the right doctor-and the best treatment plan-for you.

Set against the backdrop of a pivotal legal battle, the story follows young Sylvia Mendez and Aki Munemitsu, whose lives unexpectedly intertwine on a Southern California farm. Their experiences highlight the significance of the Mendez vs. Westminster School District case, which played a crucial role in desegregating schools for Latino children and influenced the landmark Brown vs. Topeka Board of Education. This narrative uncovers their personal stories and the lasting impact of their families' struggles for equality and justice.

A timely and illuminating YA biography of political activist and feminist icon Gloria Steinem.

Focusing on natural approaches to conception, the book offers valuable insights for couples struggling with infertility. It highlights common causes of infertility in both genders and explains how factors like age can influence fertility. Readers will discover practical tips for recognizing ovulation, enhancing lovemaking techniques, and utilizing nutritional supplements. Additionally, it explores traditional herbal remedies, homeopathic therapies, and the mind-body connection to improve fertility. The aim is to empower couples with knowledge before considering high-tech treatments.

The fascinating, little-known story of how two brilliant female physicists’ groundbreaking discoveries led to the creation of the atomic bomb. In 1934, Irène Curie, working with her husband and fellow scientist, Frederic Joliot, made a discovery that would change the world: artificial radioactivity. This breakthrough allowed scientists to modify elements and create new ones by altering the structure of atoms. Curie shared a Nobel Prize with her husband for their work. But when she was nominated to the French Academy of Sciences, the academy denied her admission and voted to disqualify all women from membership. Four years later, Curie’s breakthrough led physicist Lise Meitner to a brilliant leap of understanding that unlocked the secret of nuclear fission. Meitner’s unique insight was critical to the revolution in science that led to nuclear energy and the race to build the atom bomb, yet her achievement was left unrecognized by the Nobel committee in favor of that of her male colleague. Radioactive! presents the story of two women breaking ground in a male-dominated field, scientists still largely unknown despite their crucial contributions to cutting-edge research, in a nonfiction narrative that reads with the suspense of a thriller. Photographs and sidebars illuminate and clarify the science in the book.