Emerging Biological Threats A Reference Guide [Hardcover]

An engaging, nontechnical discussion of the infectious diseases and other biological threats that pose the highest risk to humans, presented in the context of relevant environmental and sociological trends.

Dozens of photographs plus illustrated figures convey important concepts and data

74 case studies demonstrate the real threat of certain biological agents by focusing on true stories

Provides section-by-section reference lists, including peer-reviewed journals, press releases, books, and websites