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Overview
The ailments and conditions that afflict people today can be confusing, disturbing, and painful -- both emotionally and physically. The Diseases and Disorders series provides clear, careful explanations that offer young readers and researchers insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how people live with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention. All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.Examines the history, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options of anthrax, as well as ongoing research for a way to defend the people of the United States from anthrax biological weapons.
Editorials
School Library Journal
Gr 9 Up-Saffer discusses anthrax vaccines for animals and humans, attempts to control outbreaks, the history of biological warfare, the use of anthrax as a weapon, and more. Stewart chronicles the 2003 SARS scare and the ill-fated attempts by the Chinese government to cover up the epidemic while sacrificing lives and public health. She discusses the economic effects in countries with SARS outbreaks, concerns for the future, and other topics. Both books present important material in a clear, readable format. Black-and-white photos appear throughout. Report writers will appreciate the concise presentations, and those interested in the topics will find a wealth of historical background in each title.-Lynn Evarts, Sauk Prairie High School, Prairie du Sac, WI Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.Book Details
Published
June 6, 2026
Publisher
Cengage Gale
Pages
112
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781590184059