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January 2021

Avian Flu, Second Edition

by Alan Hecht, D.C. and Jeffrey N. Sfakianos

Also known as the bird flu, avian influenza is a disease that once infected only birds. However, the new avian flu virus that has emerged in Asia can be transferred from fowl to humans and has acquired the ability to infect humans with deadly results. As a result, the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are closely monitoring what could be the next deadly flu pandemic. If this virus mutates further, it may acquire the ability to be transmitted from person to person. In Avian Flu, Second Edition students will learn about the symptoms and treatments of this disease, as well as the history of influenza that led to the current form.

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January 2019

Influenza, Third Edition

by Donald Emmeluth, Ed.D.

Although influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a familiar disease to many people, its effects can be deadly. The virus holds the record for having the highest death rate in a two-year period of any disease (1918–1919), is highly potent, and is difficult to research because it is constantly mutating. Influenza, Third Edition examines symptoms and complications of the disease, as well as treatment, prevention, and the need for flu vaccines. Chapters include: Deadly World Traveler Viral Replication “I’ve Got the Flu, What Can I Do?” Influenza—Nature’s Frequent Flyer: Prevention Dealing with Complications What May the Future Bring?

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2022

Covid, Influenza and more

How do I strengthen my immune system?

by Uwe Gröber and Prof. Dr. med. Michael F. Holick

Many patients are confused in the coronavirus crisis and ask what they can do to prevent themselves and their family from contracting the SARS-Cov-2 virus. There are now several studies that prove the influence of micronutrients such as zinc, selenium and various vitamins on the immune system and specifically on the course of viral diseases. In this brochure, successful author Uwe Gröber, pharmacist and head of the Academy for Micronutrient Medicine in Essen, has compiled his recommendations for strengthening the immune system. Here you can learn -why micronutrients may be considered for combatting the coronavirus, -how the micronutrients are dosed and applied, and -what effects micronutrients have on the immune system. This strengthens the immune system in the fight against the coronavirus!

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Animal husbandry

November 2010

Zoonotic Pathogens in the Food Chain

by Edited by Denis O Krause, Stephen Hendrick.

Beginning with their sources, including manure and animal feed, and detailing their development, spread and transmission to humans, Zoonotic Pathogens in the Food Chain gives an insightful introduction to and epidemiological overview of the problems raised by zoonotic pathogens. The authors specifically examine the attributes of microorganisms that allow potential contamination of food sources and the factors in modern animal production processes that contribute to the risk of infection. Chapters discuss in detail pathogens that have recently emerged as important sources of infection, investigating in depth the implications of avian flu, swine flu, bovine spongiform encephalopathies and Johne's disease for human consumers, and considering where potential mitigation strategies should be focused. With a focus on new trends in animal production, such as organic livestock farming and raw milk consumption, this text provides an interesting and up-to-date reference for researchers, academics and those with an interest in pathology working in the livestock industry.

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Humanities & Social Sciences

January 2022

Exiting war

The British Empire and the 1918–20 moment

by Romain Fathi, Margaret Hutchison, Andrekos Varnava, Michael Walsh, Alan Lester

Exiting war explores a particular 1918-20 'moment' in the British Empire's history, between the First World War's armistices of 1918, and the peace treaties of 1919 and 1920. That moment, we argue, was a challenging and transformative time for the Empire. While British authorities successfully answered some of the post-war tests they faced, such as demobilisation, repatriation, and fighting the widespread effects of the Spanish flu, the racial, social, political and economic hallmarks of their imperialism set the scene for a wide range of expressions of loyalties and disloyalties, and anticolonial movements. The book documents and conceptualises this 1918-20 'moment' and its characteristics as a crucial three-year period of transformation for and within the Empire, examining these years for the significant shifts in the imperial relationship that occurred and as laying the foundation for later change in the imperial system.

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January 2019

Lyme Disease, Third Edition

by Len Yannielli and Alan Hecht, D.C.

Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium carried by ticks. Early Lyme disease symptoms are flu-like, including fatigue, sore throat, swollen lymph glands, and neck and back pain. A red, bullseye rash can also occur. After the bacteria spreads through the body, additional symptoms may include joint and muscle pain, and meningitis, Bell's palsy, and nervous system involvement may arise. Most cases of Lyme disease can be treated with a course of antibiotics, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and prevention includes using insect repellant and removing ticks promptly from skin and clothing. This updated edition of Lyme Disease covers the latest research about the disease, its treatment, and its effects on the human body. Chapters include: An Introduction to Lyme Disease The History of Lyme Disease The Lyme Disease Bacteria Ticks and Lyme Disease Ecology and Lyme Disease Lyme Disease Epidemiology The Tests and Treatments for Lyme Disease The Lyme Vaccine.

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April 2006

Influenza

by Kolata, Gina

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Infectious & contagious diseases

December 2012

Pandemic Influenza

by Jonathan Van-Tam, Chloe Sellwood.

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January 2011

Praxishandbuch Influenza

by Vogel, Georg

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March 2010

Grippe, Pest und Cholera

by Vasold, Manfred

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February 2000

Influenza - neue diagnostische und therapeutische Chancen

by Vogel, Georg, Lange, Werner

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1992

Als der Clown die Grippe hatte

Neue Geschichten und Gedichte

by Hannover, Heinrich

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December 2007

Praxishandbuch Influenza - verstehen, vorbeugen, erkennen und behandeln

by Vogel, Georg E

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Medicine

April 2018

Bovine Tuberculosis

by Mark Chambers, Stephen Gordon, Francisco Olea-Popelka, Paul Barrow

This book is contemporary, topical and global in its approach, and provides an essential, comprehensive treatise on bovine tuberculosis and the bacterium that causes it, Mycobacterium bovis. Bovine tuberculosis remains a major cause of economic loss in cattle industries worldwide, exacerbated in some countries by the presence of a substantial wildlife reservoir. It is a major zoonosis, causing human infection through consumption of unpasteurised milk or by close contact with infected animals. Following a systematic approach, expert international authors cover epidemiology and the global situation; microbial virulence and pathogenesis; host responses to the pathogen; and diagnosis and control of the disease. Aimed at researchers and practising veterinarians, this book is essential for those needing comprehensive information on the pathogen and disease, and offers a summary of key information learned from human tuberculosis research. It will be useful to those studying the infection and for those responsible for controlling the disease.

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Biology, life sciences

October 2014

Plant-derived Pharmaceuticals

Principles and Applications for Developing Countries

by Rima Menassa, Karen McDonald, Shawn Chen, Inga Hitzeroth, Gregory Pogue, Pascal Drake, Andreas Günter Lössl, M A D'Aoust, David Aviezer, Elizabeth Loza Rubio, John Howard, Carla Marusic, Somen Nandi. Edited by Kathleen L. Hefferon.

Describing recent developments in the engineering and generation of plants as production platforms for biopharmaceuticals, this book includes both vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. It has a particular emphasis on targeting diseases which predominate in less developed countries, encompassing the current state of technologies and describing expression systems and applications. This book also includes a variety of vaccine case studies, protecting against pervasive infectious diseases such as rabies, influenza and HIV.

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Science & Mathematics

September 2019

Plant-derived Pharmaceuticals

Principles and Applications for Developing Countries

by Kathleen L. Hefferon

Describing recent developments in the engineering and generation of plants as production platforms for biopharmaceuticals, this book includes both vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. It has a particular emphasis on targeting diseases which predominate in less developed countries, encompassing the current state of technologies and describing expression systems and applications. This book also includes a variety of vaccine case studies, protecting against pervasive infectious diseases such as rabies, influenza and HIV.

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Dietetics & nutrition

September 2006

Protective Effects of Tea on Human Health

by Edited by Narender K Jain, Mohammad Siddiqi, John Weisburger

Bringing together the latest research from leading experts, this book provides an indispensable reference on the health benefits of drinking tea. It examines the general health giving properties of tea before moving on to a detailed review of the evidence for the beneficial effects of tea on specific ailments including cancer, the common cold, renal disease, cardiovascular disease, antiviral influenza, arthritis, lung and pulmonary ailments, aging, oral health, and dementia. The book concludes by challenging misconceptions of the effects of tea.

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Business studies: general

November 2014

Tourism Crisis and Disaster Management in the Asia-Pacific

by Edited by Brent W Ritchie, Kom Campiranon.

The Asia-Pacific area is notable as one of the fastest growing tourism regions and not surprisingly, tourism in this region has become the major driver of global tourism in general. Nonetheless, tourism industries in Asia Pacific has been challenged in recent years by a number of major crises and disasters including terrorism, outbreaks (e.g. SARS and Bird Flu), natural disasters (e.g. tsunamis, bushfires, flooding), and political crisis (e.g. protests and political instability).The aim of this book is to contribute to the understanding of crisis and disaster management generally, but with a specific focus on the Asia Pacific. With chapters contributed by international scholars and practitioners, this book discusses both the theoretical and practical approaches toward successful crisis and disaster management.

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Business, Economics & Law

September 2019

Tourism Crisis and Disaster Management in the Asia-Pacific

by Brent W Ritchie, Kom Campiranon

The Asia-Pacific area is notable as one of the fastest growing tourism regions and not surprisingly, tourism in this region has become the major driver of global tourism in general. Nonetheless, tourism industries in Asia Pacific has been challenged in recent years by a number of major crises and disasters including terrorism, outbreaks (e.g. SARS and Bird Flu), natural disasters (e.g. tsunamis, bushfires, flooding), and political crisis (e.g. protests and political instability).The aim of this book is to contribute to the understanding of crisis and disaster management generally, but with a specific focus on the Asia Pacific. With chapters contributed by international scholars and practitioners, this book discusses both the theoretical and practical approaches toward successful crisis and disaster management.

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Limnology (freshwater)

March 2006

Economics of Livestock Disease Insurance

Concepts, Issues and International Case Studies

by Edited by Stephen R Koontz, Dana L Hoag, Dawn D Thilmany, John W Green, Jennifer L Grannis

In recent years the livestock sector has been hit by a number of high-profile diseases, such as BSE,Foot and Mouth Disease and Avian Influenza. These have had a devastating economic impact onlivestock producers and the broader livestock industry. One key response has been a growing interestin livestock disease insurance. However there is a need for greater understanding of private incentives,market impacts, and public policy perspectives on regional, national and international levels, if livestockinsurance products and complementary risk management programmes are to be developed.This book provides a balanced and broad-ranging overview of the economics of livestock diseaseinsurance. It covers both general issues and specific case studies drawn from the USA, Canada, Europeand Australia or focussing on specific issues. The book is unique in addressing this subject and willinterest readers in agricultural business and economics, veterinary science and the livestock sector.

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by Alan Hecht, D.C. and Jeffrey N. Sfakianos

by Donald Emmeluth, Ed.D.

How do I strengthen my immune system?

by Uwe Gröber and Prof. Dr. med. Michael F. Holick

by Edited by Denis O Krause, Stephen Hendrick.

The British Empire and the 1918–20 moment

by Romain Fathi, Margaret Hutchison, Andrekos Varnava, Michael Walsh, Alan Lester

by Len Yannielli and Alan Hecht, D.C.

by Kolata, Gina

by Jonathan Van-Tam, Chloe Sellwood.

by Vogel, Georg

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by Vogel, Georg, Lange, Werner

Neue Geschichten und Gedichte

by Hannover, Heinrich

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by Mark Chambers, Stephen Gordon, Francisco Olea-Popelka, Paul Barrow

Principles and Applications for Developing Countries

by Rima Menassa, Karen McDonald, Shawn Chen, Inga Hitzeroth, Gregory Pogue, Pascal Drake, Andreas Günter Lössl, M A D'Aoust, David Aviezer, Elizabeth Loza Rubio, John Howard, Carla Marusic, Somen Nandi. Edited by Kathleen L. Hefferon.

Principles and Applications for Developing Countries

by Kathleen L. Hefferon

by Edited by Narender K Jain, Mohammad Siddiqi, John Weisburger

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by Edited by Stephen R Koontz, Dana L Hoag, Dawn D Thilmany, John W Green, Jennifer L Grannis

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