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Biographies & History Graphic Novels - Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371 (Graphic Medicine)

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Book Synopsis: In 1994, at the height of the AIDS epidemic in the United States, MK Czerwiec took her first nursing job, at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, as part of the caregiving staff of HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371. Taking Turns pulls back the curtain on life in the ward. A shining example of excellence in the treatment and care of patients, Unit 371 was a community for thousands of patients and families affected by HIV and AIDS and the people who cared for them. This graphic novel combines Czerwiec's memories with the oral histories of patients, family members, and staff. It depicts life and death in the ward, the ways the unit affected and informed those who passed through it, and how many look back on their time there today. Czerwiec joined Unit 371 at a pivotal time in the history of AIDS: deaths from the syndrome in the Midwest peaked in 1995 and then dropped drastically in the following years, with the release of antiretroviral protease inhibitors. This positive turn of events led to a decline in patient populations and, ultimately, to the closure of Unit 371. Czerwiec's restrained, inviting drawing style and carefully considered narrative examine individual, institutional, and community responses to the AIDS epidemic―as well as the role that art can play in the grieving process. Deeply personal yet made up of many voices, this history of daily life in a unique AIDS care unit is an open, honest look at suffering, grief, and hope among a community of medical professionals and patients at the heart of the epidemic.

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Experience the powerful and poignant journey in Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371 (Graphic Medicine) - a gripping graphic novel that will leave you both moved and inspired. Step into the world of Unit 371, a shining beacon of excellence in HIV/AIDS care, where patients and caregivers formed a close-knit community.

Delve into the memories of MK Czerwiec, a nurse who dedicated herself to providing care during the height of the AIDS epidemic. As she weaves her own experiences together with the oral histories of patients, family members, and staff, the pages come alive with raw emotions and untold tales.

Witness the trials and triumphs, the heartache and hope that defined life and death in the ward. Explore the profound impact that Unit 371 had on both those it served and those who served within it. Through Czerwiec’s skilled artwork and eloquent storytelling, you'll gain a deep understanding of the individual, institutional, and community responses to the AIDS epidemic.

As the era of HIV/AIDS took an unexpected turn, the release of antiretroviral protease inhibitors brought newfound hope. But with this positive outcome came a decline in patient populations and, ultimately, the closure of Unit 371. Taking Turns examines this pivotal time in history, capturing the bravery and resilience of medical professionals and the patients they cared for.

Join us on this transformative journey through the annals of history. Discover the power of art as a tool for healing and grieving, and bear witness to the profound impact that compassion and care can have on a community. Experience Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371 (Graphic Medicine) today and see why this book has captivated readers around the world.

Order your copy now and immerse yourself in the emotional tapestry of this extraordinary graphic novel.

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