Influenza: The Quest to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History

Explore the gripping narrative of *Influenza: The Quest to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History.* Written by the esteemed Dr. Jeremy Brown, this enlightening trade paperback delves into the complex and often chilling history of the flu virus. With 272 pages of insightful research and discussion, Dr. Brown, a veteran ER physician and Director of Emergency Care Research at the National Institutes of Health, examines the harrowing legacy of the 1918 influenza pandemic that claimed millions of lives. This book tackles critical questions about our preparedness for future epidemics, the necessity of flu vaccinations, and the latest developments in antiviral treatments like Tamiflu.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the implications of influenza today, *Influenza* provides a thorough investigation into the virus's origins, the bizarre remedies of the past, and the ongoing challenges we face in combating this mutable disease. Dr. Brown also connects with leading epidemiologists and policy makers to map out strategies for understanding and mitigating this persistent threat.

Available in brand new condition, this trade paperback edition (ISBN: 9781911231219) promises not only to inform but also to provoke thoughtful discussions about one of humanity's oldest foes. Dive into this essential read and learn about the past, present, and future of influenza and a potential cure. Get your copy today with FREE shipping from Smartfox NZ!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781911231219
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 272


Description:
Dr Jeremy Brown, a veteran ER doctor, explores the troubling, terrifying, and complex history of the flu virus, from the surprising origins of the 1918 flu that killed millions, to vexing questions such as- are we prepared for the next epidemic, should you get a flu shot, and how close are we to finding a cure?While influenza is now often thought of as a mild disease, it kills thousands of Australians each year. Dr Jeremy Brown, currently Director of Emergency Care Research at the National Institutes of Health, expounds on the flu's deadly past to solve the mysteries that could protect us from the next outbreak.In Influenza, he talks with leading epidemiologists, policy makers, and the researcher who first sequenced the genetic building blocks of the virus to offer both a comprehensive history and a roadmap for understanding what?s to come. Dr Brown digs into the discovery and resurrection of the flu virus in the victims of the 1918 epidemic exhumed from the tundra, as well as the bizarre remedies that once treated the disease, such as fatal doses of aspirin and blood-letting. Influenza also breaks down the current dialogue surrounding the disease, explaining the controversy over vaccinations, antiviral drugs such as Tamiflu, and the federal government?s role in preparing for a pandemic. Dr Brown warns that many of the most vital questions about the flu virus continue to confound even the leading experts.Influenza is an enlightening and unnerving look at a shapeshifting deadly virus that has been around since long before people and will most likely be with us for a long time to come.

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