Seven Signs of Life
Unforgettable Stories from an Intensive Care Doctor
Aoife Abbey
The book is a collection of personal essays that delve into the emotional landscape of working in intensive care, exploring the complex human experiences of grief, hope, pain, and joy through the eyes of a critical care doctor. It reflects on the seven emotions—fear, grief, joy, distraction, anger, disgust, and hope—that are a daily part of life for both patients and medical professionals in a high-stakes hospital environment.
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