Pathogenesis, Prevention and Case Studies

?? provides a valuable overview of the basic
principles and issues pertaining to the pathogenesis and prevention
of infectious diseases. The illustrations, the chapter summaries
with relevant information, and the case studies are all
particularly useful for the targeted readers. The book is well
designed and manages to convey the general concepts of the various
aspects of infectious diseases without overwhelming the reader with
too much information? recommended for students, trainees, or
physicians who desire a well-illustrated textbook that is easy to
read and that addresses the basic aspects of infectious
disease.? ?Clinical Infectious Diseases, 2010

The study of infectious diseases has undergone major changes since
its infancy when it was largely a documentation of epidemics. It
has now evolved into a dynamic phenomenon involving the ecology of
the infectious agent, pathogenesis in the host, reservoirs and
vetors, as well as the complex mechanisms concerned in the spread
of infection and the extent to which this spread occurs. Rapid
globalization has led to unprecedented interest in infectious
diseases worldwide and their effect on complex population dynamics
including migration, famine, fire, war, and terrorism. It is now
essential for public health officials to understand the basic
science behind infectious disease and, likewise, students studying
ID must have a broader understanding of the implications of
infectious disease in a public health context as well as clinical
presentation and prevention. The clear demand for an integrated
approach has led to the publication of this text.

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