Deadliest Enemy. Book Summary

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Michael T. Osterholm

What’s inside

Deadliest Enemy explores the world of infectious diseases, the threats they pose, and how society should respond to pandemics.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the dynamics of infectious diseases
  • Learning historical responses to pandemics
  • Gaining insight into current and future threats
  • Appreciating the role of public health systems

Key Points

  • The nature of infectious diseases
  • Historical pandemics and their impact
  • Modern threats and superbugs
  • The possibility of a global pandemic
  • Strategies for prevention and control
  • The importance of vaccines
  • The role of public health systems

Who’s it For

  • Medical professionals
  • Epidemiologists
  • Public health policymakers
  • Students of medicine and public health
  • Readers interested in epidemiology and infectious diseases

About the author

Michael T. Osterholm is an internationally recognized expert in infectious disease epidemiology.