Zoobiquity: The Astonishing Connection Between Human and Animal Health

by Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers

Book Overview

A revelatory depiction of what animals can teach us about the human body and mind, exploring how animal and human commonality can be used to diagnose, treat, and heal patients of all species.

Full of fascinating stories." --Atul Gawande, M.D.

Do animals overeat? Get breast cancer? Have fainting spells? Inspired by an eye-opening consultation at the Los Angeles Zoo, which revealed that a monkey experienced the same symptoms...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0307477436
• ISBN13: 9780307477439
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Vintage
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 4.9" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Eye opening perspective on human health and illness from the animal kingdom

Fascinating comparisons between human and animal health and behaviors. Dr. Natterson-Horowitz presents cases of illnesses and behaviors seen in humans and places them in the context of evolution while providing comparisons within the animal kingdom. It’s a captivating and informative read told in a light hearted and easy to follow narrative.