"Public health expert Leana Wen gives an insider's account of public health and its crucial role--from opioid addiction to global pandemic--and tells an inspiring story of her journey from homeless immigrant to being named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People" -- Provided by publisher.

Chi Ku -- Belonging -- White coat, clenched fist -- Opening Pandora's box -- When doctors don't listen -- Doctor for the city -- Saving lives today -- Treating addiction as the disease it is -- Unrest and recovery -- Putting the face on public health -- Hurt people hurt people -- Going upstream -- New beginnings -- decisions -- The courage to try -- Preventable harm -- A pandemic of misinformation -- The invisible hand of public health -- COVID-19 comes home -- Epilogue : life lessons.