Viral Infections and Global Change (eBook)

A timely exploration of the impact of global change on the
emergence, reemergence, and control of vector-borne and zoonotic
viral infections

From massively destructive "superstorms" to rapidly rising sea
levels, the world media is abuzz with talk of the threats to
civilization posed by global warming. But one hazard that is rarely
discussed is the dramatic rise in the number and magnitude of
tropical virus outbreaks among human populations. One need only
consider recent developments, such as the spread of chikungunya
across southern Europe and dengue in Singapore, Brazil, and the
southern United States, to appreciate the seriousness of that
threat.

Representing a major addition to the world literature on the
subject, Viral Infections and Global
Change explores trends of paramount concern globally,
regarding the emergence and reemergence of vector-borne and
zoonotic viruses. It also provides up-to-date coverage of both the
clinical aspects and basic science behind an array of specific
emerging and reemerging infections, including everything from West
Nile fever and Rift Valley fever to zoonotic hepatitis E and human
bunyavirus.

Important topics covered include:
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* Epidemiology, molecular pathogenesis, and evolutionary
mechanisms

* Host-pathogen interactions in an array of viral infections

* The impact of climate change on historical viral outbreaks

* The roles of socioeconomics, human behavior, and animal and
human migrations

* The growing prevalence of drug and pesticide resistance

* The introduction of microbes and vectors through increased
transboundary travel

* Spillover transmissions and the emergence of viral
outbreaks

* Detecting and responding to threats from bioterrorism and
emerging viral infections

* Predictive modeling for emerging viral infections

Viral Infections and Global Change is an
indispensable resource for research scientists, epidemiologists,
and medical and veterinary students working in ecology,
environmental management, climatology, neurovirology, virology, and
infectious disease.