Modern Epidemics: From the Spanish Flu to COVID-19

COVID-19 has made us aware of the invisible enemies that exist in our world, such as microbes. Salvador Macip, a specialist in cellular biology of diseases, explains what it means to share the planet with millions of microbes and provides a concise account of epidemics that changed history. He also examines the methods used to control these invisible enemies, such as vaccines, improved sanitation, and social distancing. This overview of modern epidemics and the pathogens that cause them will be essential reading for anyone who wants to understand our world today.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 19 March 2021
\n Publisher: Polity Press
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COVID-19 has brought to our attention the existence of unseen adversaries in our world. We often overlook their presence, but occasionally, one of these tiny organisms gains enough strength to upend everything. What are these mysterious enemies, and how can we prepare ourselves for future pandemics?

Salvador Macip, a specialist in the cellular biology of diseases, offers a comprehensive explanation of what it means to coexist with millions of microbes on our planet. He provides a concise history of epidemics that shaped world events, with a particular focus on the ongoing modern plagues that claim millions of lives each year, including influenza, tuberculosis, and malaria. Macip also delves into the strategies employed to control these invisible foes, such as vaccines, improved sanitation, and social distancing.

This authoritative overview of modern epidemics and the pathogens that cause them is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand our world today. In a world where some of the greatest threats to human species arise from the unseen microbes we share our planet with, this book provides valuable insights into the challenges we face and the measures we can take to mitigate their impact.

\n Weight: 394g\n
Dimension: 140 x 208 x 26 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781509546572\n \n