medical microbiology

Chronicles the development of microbiology and the study of infections diseases.

Helps students understand how deadly diseases are spread, explains how drugs and vaccines have stopped the spread of diseases such as smallpox, and discusses how medical researchers are working to stop the spread of new diseases.

Jessica Sachs argues that increased reliance on antibiotics is creating a health crisis that will impact future generations, explaining why people need to be exposed to all kinds of bacteria in order to maintain a healthy immune system, and encouraging people to avoid antibacterial products and antibiotics and instead rely on the human body's natural defenses.

Explains where different kinds of microbes can be found, which ones are harmful, and how to live daily life in the most healthy way, providing surprising facts such as which room in the house is most likely to cause illness, and which kind of restaurant is the most contaminated.

Contains seven scientific essays which address topics involving germs, including vaccines, Hepatitis C, how to fight anthrax, and more.

Provides an overview of some of the world's most dangerous organisms, known as biohazards, looks at major outbreaks of disease throughout history, and discusses the threat of biological warfare, as well as ongoing battles against HIV/AIDS and other deadly diseases.

Introduces readers to the skills, tasks, and expectations of pursuing a career as a public health microbiologist.