Considerations for Viral Disease Eradication: Lessons Learned and Future Strategies: Workshop Summary - Tapa blanda

Institute Of Medicine; Board On Global Health; Forum On Emerging Infections

 
9780309084147: Considerations for Viral Disease Eradication: Lessons Learned and Future Strategies: Workshop Summary
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ISBN 10: 0309084148 ISBN 13: 9780309084147
Editorial: National Academies Press, 2002

Sinopsis

Since smallpox eradication, the science of eradication has changed and with it, our definitions of what diseases are possible to eradicate. However, eradication must not beget complacency. As has been learned from past control or eradication attempts with a variety of viral diseases, from yellow fever to influenza, accidental or intentional reintroduction is a real threat―one that could strike anywhere and for which we need to be fully prepared. The criteria for assessing eradicability of polio, measles, and other viral infections have been debated extensively. With the elimination and eradication of several viral diseases on the horizon, issues surrounding the cessation of immunization activities become exceedingly important. In an effort to better understand the dynamics of disease eradication and post-immunization policies, the Institute of Medicine Forum on Emerging Infections hosted a two-day workshop (February 1–2, 2001) on The Consequences of Viral Disease Eradication. This book explores the principles underlying the biological challenges, medical interventions, the continuing research agenda, and operational considerations for post-immunization strategies for vaccine-preventable viral diseases, and highlights important efforts that may facilitate wise decision making.

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Stacey Knobler, Joshua Lederberg, and Leslie A. Pray, Editors, Forum on Emerging Infections

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Editorial
National Academies Press
Año de publicación
2002
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
0309084148
ISBN 13 
9780309084147
Encuadernación
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Número de páginas
232
Editor
Pray Leslie A., Lederberg Joshua, Knobler Stacey
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