Healthcare

Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Summary of Key Points

‘Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas’ is a delightful and insightful follow-up to Adam Kay’s bestselling ‘This is Going to Hurt.’ In this book, Kay shares a collection of diary entries from his years spent as a junior doctor, focusing specifically on the six Christmases he worked in hospitals. Through a mix of hilarious, heartbreaking, and humbling stories, Kay provides an honest glimpse into the life of hospital staff during the holiday season. It’s a tribute to the hardworking professionals who sacrifice their Christmases to keep hospitals running and to care for their patients.

Being Mortal Summary of Key Points

Being Mortal by Atul Gawande explores the concept of mortality and how it is handled in modern medicine. Gawande illustrates the importance of prioritizing the patient’s quality of life over elongating life through medical treatment. The book also highlights the necessity of having difficult conversations about death and making end-of-life decisions.