Cover of Global Disease Eradication

Book 2014

Global Disease Eradication

Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Limited, John
Language
English
Published
2014
  • Malaria
  • Epidemics
  • Communicable Disease Control
  • Prevention
  • Prevention & control
  • Poliomyelitis
  • Smallpox
  • Communicable diseases

This text introduces the concept of disease eradication, discussing the centrality of the developing world in eradication efforts, emphasizing the scientific, political, logistical and ethical challenges inherent in attempting to eradicate disease.