Parasitic Diseases of Wild Mammals

Parasitic Diseases of Wild Mammals, 2nd edition
By William M. Samuel, Margo J. Pybus, A. Alan Kocan

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* Hardcover: 559 pages
* Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (February 15, 2001)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 081382978X

Book Description
The first edition was highly successful and a respected reference book for many years. This extensive revision, by 30 contributing authors, details the latest advances in the recognition and detection of parasitic diseases in free-ranging and captive mammals, and addresses wildlife management and public health considerations. It also discusses possible emerging diseases and provides an important expanded section on protozoan parasites. Illustrations include photographs, photomicrographs and drawings, plus over 100 tables.

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Verocytotoxigenic E. Coli

Verocytotoxigenic E. Coli
By Geraldine Duffy, Patricia Garvey, David A. McDowell

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* Hardcover: 457 pages
* Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell (December 27, 2004)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0917678524

Book Description
Verocytotxin producing Escherichia coli (VTEC), and in particular, strains of serogroup o157, have emerged as significant pathogens causing a range of severe and potentially fatal illnesses. The European Union has recognised the threat posed by E. coli O157:H7 and the need to devise control strategies based on an understanding of VTEC pathogenicity, transmission, survival and growth. It also acknowledges the imortance of informing farmers, veterinarians, food producers and health authorities so that each of these groups can act appropriately to reduce the overall hazards posed by these organisms. To contribute to the development and dissemination of effect control strategies, the European Commission funded a Concerted Action Project "A European study on animal, food, and biomedical aspects of verocytotoxigenic E. coli including serotype O157:H7, an emerging pathogen" (CT98-3935) within the Agriculture and Agro-industry Framework IV Research Programme (1998-2001). This book, compiled under the auspices of the above project, integrates contributions from project participants and invited contributor, to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on VTEC. It will be invaluable to current workers in this area, and those seeking an effective introduction to research on this important pathogen

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