In keeping with the goal of this series, "A History of
Infectious Diseases and the Microbial World" provides a broad
introductory overview of the history of major infectious diseases,
including their impact on different populations, the recognition of
specific causative agents, and the development of methods used to
prevent, control, and treat them. By stressing the major themes in
the history of disease, this book allows readers to relate modern
concerns to historical materials. It places modern developments
concerning infectious diseases within their historical context,
illuminating the relationships between patterns of disease and
social, cultural, political, and economic factors. Upon completing
this volume, readers will be prepared to answer contemporary
questions concerning the threat of newly-emerging infectious
diseases, potentially devastating pandemics, and the threat of
bioterrorism.
"A History of Infectious Diseases and the Microbial World"
offers readers answers to specific questions, as well as the
challenge of a narrative that will stimulate their curiosity and
encourage them to ask questions about the theory, practice, and
assumptions of modern medicine. One will gain a precise
understanding of the nature of different kinds of pathogens, the
unique mechanisms behind disease transmission, and the means used
to control, prevent, and treat infectious disease. Although only a
few of these deadly illnesses can be addressed in detail, those
that are discussed include: malaria, leprosy, bubonic plague,
tuberculosis, syphilis, diphtheria, cholera, yellow fever,
poliomyelitis, HIV/AIDS, and influenza.
General
Imprint: |
Praeger Publishers Inc
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Healing Society: Disease, Medicine, and History |
Release date: |
April 2009 |
First published: |
April 2009 |
Authors: |
Lois N. Magner
|
Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 27mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover - Cloth over boards / With dust jacket
|
Pages: |
252 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-275-99504-1 |
Categories: |
Books >
Medicine >
General issues >
Health systems & services >
General
|
LSN: |
0-275-99504-6 |
Barcode: |
9780275995041 |
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