Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - by Bob Kelley (Paperback)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been at the forefront of public health for over 60 years, addressing infectious diseases and other health hazards through its visionary leadership.

This comprehensive book synopsis provides an in-depth look into the CDC's remarkable history, including its role in eradicating smallpox and responding to various health emergencies such as polio, measles, influenza, Legionnaires' disease, toxic shock syndrome, and Ebola virus.

Discover how a bad batch of polio vaccine brought a nationwide immunization campaign to a standstill, how the mysterious Legionnaires' disease sparked nationwide panic, and how CDC scientists are leading the charge in prevention research today.

With its rich history and groundbreaking achievements, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in public health and disease prevention.