Epidemiology (DISEASES) with 'This Podcast Will Kill You's' Erins Welsh & Allmann-Updyke
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The Biological Complexity of Influenza and Disease Spread
This chapter explores the biological intricacies of influenza and how its high recombination rate contributes to the creation of new, challenging viruses. It delves into the rapid mutation of diseases like influenza and Ebola, emphasizing the challenges they pose to immune systems. Additionally, the chapter discusses the impact of globalization on disease spread, the importance of hand hygiene, and the historical context of vaccination, shedding light on the ethical and scientific challenges faced in public health.
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