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Epidemics: The Impact of Germs and Their Power Over Humanity
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- Joshua Loomis
- Turner
- Paperback
- 9781684426737
- 9 X 6 X 0.75 inches
- 1.09 pounds
- Social Science > Disease & Health Issues
- English
Secure TransactionBook Description
Unlike other books on epidemics, which either focus on the science behind how microbes cause disease or tell first-person accounts of one particular disease, Epidemics: The Impact of Germs and Their Power over Humanity takes a holistic approach to explaining how these diseases have shaped who we are as a society. Each of the worst epidemic diseases is discussed from the perspective of how it has been a causative agent of change with respect to our history, religious traditions, social interactions, and technology. In looking at world history through the lens of epidemic diseases, readers will come to appreciate how much we owe to our oldest and smallest parasites.
Adults and students interested in science and history--and especially anyone who appreciates a good story and has a healthy curiosity for the lesser-known facts of life--will find this book of interest. Health-care workers will also benefit greatly from this text, as will college students majoring in biology or a pre-health field.
Author Bio
Joshua Loomis is Assistant Professor of Biology in Department of Biology at East Stroudsburg University. Professor Loomis research interests cover microbial pathogenesis, cell and molecular biology, and immunology.
Previously, Professor Loomis held teaching positions at the Pennsylvania State University, Broward Community College, and Nova Southeastern University.
Professor Loomis received his PhD in microbiology and immunology from The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 2003.
Source: esu.edu and The East Stroudsburg University Student Newspaper
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