Infection And Immunity: With Special Reference To The Prevention Of Infectious Diseases

By George Miller Sternberg

Book Overview

Infection and Immunity: With Special Reference to the Prevention of Infectious Diseases is a comprehensive book written by George M. Sternberg. The book discusses the principles of infectious diseases and their prevention through immunity. It provides a detailed analysis of the different types of infectious agents, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, and their modes of transmission.The book also covers the different mechanisms of immunity, including innate and adaptive immunity, and the role of vaccination in preventing infectious diseases. It discusses the history of vaccination and the development of vaccines against different infectious agents.The book also explores the epidemiology of infectious diseases, including their distribution, incidence, and prevalence in different populations. It covers the different measures used to control infectious diseases, including quarantine, isolation, and disinfection.In addition, the book discusses the different laboratory techniques used to diagnose infectious diseases, including microscopy, serology, and molecular methods. It provides a detailed analysis of the different antibiotics and antiviral drugs used to treat infectious diseases.Overall, Infection and Immunity: With Special Reference to the Prevention of Infectious Diseases is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students interested in the prevention and control of infectious diseases. It provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of infectious diseases and their prevention through immunity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116378334X
• ISBN13: 9781163783344
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"