| Description |
1 online resource (xxvii, 146 pages) : illustrations |
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data file |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Series |
Monographs (Rand Corporation) ; no. 1602.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 119-146). |
| Contents |
1. Disease and human security -- 2. Factors associated with the increased incidence and spread of infectious diseases -- 3. AIDS in South Africa: extent, implications, and response -- 4. U.S. security and the risk posed by infectious diseases -- 5. U.S. capabilities to counter infectious diseases -- 6. Conclusion. |
| Summary |
This study offers a more comprehensive analysis of the security implications of the spread of infectious diseases than has been done to date. The study examines the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in South Africa, highlighting this particular crisis as a graphic example of the devastating effects that infectious disease can have on virtually every aspect of a state's functioning viability. It also makes a detailed analysis of the United States, delineating the threat posed by specific diseases; assessing the effectiveness of the existing public health infrastructure; and offering specific actions that can be taken to improve the country's ability to meet this emerging challenge. |
| Local Note |
JSTOR Books at JSTOR Open Access |
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eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Communicable diseases -- Social aspects.
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Communicable diseases -- Social aspects. |
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Communicable diseases. |
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National security.
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National security. |
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Bioterrorism -- Health aspects.
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Bioterrorism -- Health aspects. |
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Bioterrorism. |
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Emergency medical services -- Government policy.
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Emergency medical services -- Government policy. |
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Emergency medical services. |
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Emergency management.
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Emergency management. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Brower, Jennifer, 1967-
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Chalk, Peter.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Global threat of new and reemerging infectious diseases. Santa Monica, Calif. : Rand, 2003 0833032933 (DLC) 2002036756 (OCoLC)50774189 |
| ISBN |
0833034154 (electronic book) |
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9780833034151 (electronic book) |
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9780833032935 |
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0833032933 |
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