infection

Sam and his mother talk about germs, viruses, and bacteria, including how the body fights harmful germs and uses germs that are helpful.

Join the class as they travel Ralphie's bloodstream to find out how germs make him sick and how his body can make him well again.

Despite advances in health care, infectious microbes continue to be a formidable adversary to scientists and doctors. Vaccines and antibiotics, the mainstays of modern medicine, have not been able to conquer infectious microbes because of their amazing ability to adapt, evolve, and spread to new places.

"A self-help guide for readers seeking to take control of their own health at a time when antibiotic use is less of a viable option"--Provided by publisher.

Provides basic information about infectious diseases such as measles, influenza, tetanus, and shingles; and includes recommendations on vaccination and immunization, as well as advice on taking antibiotics, an introduction to viruses, and discussion of emerging infectious disease threats.

On another special field trip on the magic school bus, Ms. Frizzle's class learns about germs and how the body fights them.

Introduces children to their bodies' natural defense mechanisms, including skin, mucus, earwax, stomach acid, the immune system, and the brain.

Join the class as they travel Ralphie's bloodstream to find out how germs make him sick and how his body can make him well again.

Profiles of both naturally occurring and bioengineered bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa; includes date of discovery, place of origin, period of incubation, symptoms, treatments, and other key facts.

Examines the most significant discoveries in the study and treatment of infectious diseases throughout history.