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Krasner's Microbial Challenge : A Public Health Perspective by George Ealy and Teri Shors (2019, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherJones & Bartlett Learning, LLC
ISBN-101284139182
ISBN-139781284139181
eBay Product ID (ePID)240266090
Product Key Features
Number of Pages676 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameKrasner's Microbial Challenge : a Public Health Perspective
SubjectPublic Health, Microbiology
Publication Year2019
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorGeorge Ealy, Teri Shors
Subject AreaMedical
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight44.1 Oz
Item Length10.8 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number4
LCCN2018-040880
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal616.9041
Table Of ContentPart1 Discovery of Microbes and the History of Public Health Chapter1 Pre-Germ Theory, Microbiology, and Medicine Chapter2 Post-Germ Theory, Microbiology, and Medicine Chapter3 Sanitation, Clean Water, and Food Safety Part2 The Microbial Challenge Chapter4 Identifying the Challenge Chapter5 The Microbial World Chapter6 Beneficial Aspects of Microbes: The Other Side of the Coin Chapter7 Bacteria Chapter8 Viruses and Prions Chapter9 Bacterial Genetics Part3 Microbial Disease Chapter10 Concepts of Microbial Disease Chapter11 Epidemiology and Cycle of Microbial Disease Chapter12 Bacterial Diseases Chapter13 Viral and Prion Diseases Chapter14 Protozoan, Helminthic, and Fungal Diseases Part4 Meeting the Microbial Challenge Chapter15 The Immune Response Chapter16 Control of Microbial Diseases Part5 Current Microbial Challenges Chapter17 Harnessing the Power of Microbes: Peril and Promise Chapter18 Partnerships in the Control of Infectious Diseases and Unfinished Agenda
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisKrasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective is a unique resource unlike any other introductory microbiology textbook. Combining strong scientific grounding with a conversational writing style, it covers the subject through a public health lens and uses current events students encounter in the media, such as disease outbreaks, to engage and educate. The essentials to a foundational understanding of microbiology are fully covered, including bacteria, viruses and prions, microbial genetics, the human microbiome, and immunity combined with a focus on epidemiology and current challenges faced in public health. Now in a modernized fourth edition and featuring the voice of new lead author, Dr. Shors' research and extensive virology knowledge complements the late Dr. Krasner's student-friendly approach crafted from 50 years of teaching microbiology. The ideal introductory text for nursing programs, non-majors microbiology, allied health, and public health programs, Krasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective, Fourth Edition is user-friendly, dynamic, and humorous. Its conversational style is certain to engage students and enhance their understanding of the ongoing interactions between microbes and their human hosts., Krasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective, Fourth Edition is a unique resource unlike any other introductory microbiology textbook. Combining strong scientific grounding with a conversational writing style, it covers the subject through a public health lens and uses current events students encounter in the media, such as disease outbreaks, to engage and educate. The essentials to a foundational understanding of microbiology are fully covered, including bacteria, viruses and prions, microbial genetics, the human microbiome, and immunity combined with a focus on epidemiology and current challenges faced in public health. Now in a modernized fourth edition and featuring the voice of new lead author, Dr. Shors' research and extensive virology knowledge complements the late Dr. Krasner's student-friendly approach crafted from 50 years of teaching microbiology. The ideal introductory text for nursing programs, non-majors microbiology, allied health, and public health programs, Krasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective, Fourth Edition is user-friendly, dynamic, and humorous. Its conversational style is certain to engage students and enhance their understanding of the ongoing interactions between microbes and their human hosts. Every chapter opens with an engaging case study on a contemporary topic to encourage students to think critically and apply concepts as they progress through the chapter. Examples include, Wounded Civil War Soldiers that Glowed in the Dark, Take Two Fecal Pills and Call Me in the Morning, and Microbes in the New York City Subway System. New part on Discovery of Microbes and the History of Public Health, including chapters on pre-germ and post-germ theory relating to medicine and Sanitation, Clean Water, and Food Safety. The popular Author's Notes features that speak directly to the student and are found in the margins have been retained and updated Each new print copy includes a Navigate Companion Website that features interactive and informative learning resources that gauge understanding and help students study more effectively. (Intro/Basic/General/Principles) Microbiology Clinical Microbiology Intro to/Emerging Infectious Diseases Microbiology for Healthcare Professionals Microbiology for Nurses Allied Health Microbiology Applied Medical Microbiology Microbial World and You Humans and Microorganisms Infectious Disease Epidemiology/Biology Microbes and Public Health Practice Microbes, Viruses, and Health Prevention and Control of Disease Public Health Microbiology © 2020 676 pages, Krasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective, Fourth Edition is a unique resource unlike any other introductory microbiology textbook. Combining strong scientific grounding with a conversational writing style, it covers the subject through a public health lens and uses current events students encounter in the media, such as disease outbreaks, to engage and educate. The essentials to a foundational understanding of microbiology are fully covered, including bacteria, viruses and prions, microbial genetics, the human microbiome, and immunity combined with a focus on epidemiology and current challenges faced in public health. Now in a modernized fourth edition and featuring the voice of new lead author, Dr. Shors' research and extensive virology knowledge complements the late Dr. Krasner's student-friendly approach crafted from 50 years of teaching microbiology. The ideal introductory text for nursing programs, non-majors microbiology, allied health, and public health programs, Krasner's Microbial Challenge: A Public Health Perspective, Fourth Edition is user-friendly, dynamic, and humorous. Its conversational style is certain to engage students and enhance their understanding of the ongoing interactions between microbes and their human hosts. Every chapter opens with an engaging case study on a contemporary topic to encourage students to think critically and apply concepts as they progress through the chapter. Examples include, Wounded Civil War Soldiers that Glowed in the Dark, Take Two Fecal Pills and Call Me in the Morning, and Microbes in the New York City Subway System. New part on Discovery of Microbes and the History of Public Health, including chapters on pre-germ and post-germ theory relating to medicine and Sanitation, Clean Water, and Food Safety. The popular Author's Notes features that speak directly to the student and are found in the margins have been retained and updated Each new print copy includes a Navigate Companion Website that features interactive and informative learning resources that gauge understanding and help students study more effectively. (Intro/Basic/General/Principles) Microbiology Clinical Microbiology Intro to/Emerging Infectious Diseases Microbiology for Healthcare Professionals Microbiology for Nurses Allied Health Microbiology Applied Medical Microbiology Microbial World and You Humans and Microorganisms Infectious Disease Epidemiology/Biology Microbes and Public Health Practice Microbes, Viruses, and Health Prevention and Control of Disease Public Health Microbiology (c) 2020 676 pages
LC Classification NumberQR46
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