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Life-threatening diseases are a part of our existence. COVID reminds how thin the thread of life really is. In the past, I& #39;ve found solace in some books to deal with the seriousness, grief & events beyond our control. If it& #39;s of any help, read on. #books #LifeLessons #COVID19
"The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer", is a seminal work on what happens when you face cancer. Numerous unforgettable accounts that live with you long after the book& #39;s shelved. I borrowed this book from @gr8ashes in 2011. @DrSidMukherjee
"Being Mortal", a mandatory read when dealing with a terminal disease of a loved one and death is in sight. It& #39;s a natural process, we refuse to accept it. @Atul_Gawande
"The Heart" by #kerangal a heart-breaking story of parents who decide to let their child live long after he& #39;s gone, through organ harvesting. Borrowed the book from Ashwin Rajeev, in 2018.
"When Breath Becomes Air", by Dr. Paul Kalanithi& #39;s courageous journal of his demise, followed by an equally brave epilogue by his wife. Can& #39;t miss the description of #arizona summer.
Heart disease lies in our psychological & metaphorical heart that as you go through Dr. Dean Ornish& #39;s "Reversing Heart Disease". A great handbook to being a lot more receptive and a lot less combative in life.
Closing it out with "The Gene: An Intimate History", a great learning exercise, when you are ready to understand the science of genes. @DrSidMukherjee
