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Download or read book Examining the Role of Environmental Change on Emerging Infectious Diseases and Pandemics written by Bouzid, Maha and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-08-04 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climate change is one of the most widely debated and worrisome topics of our time. As environmental changes become more prevalent, there has been evidence to suggest that there is a correlation between the environment and a substantial increase of infectious diseases and viruses around the globe. Examining the Role of Environmental Change on Emerging Infectious Diseases and Pandemics investigates the impact of climate change in relation to the emergence and spread of global diseases. Highlighting epidemiological factors and policies to govern epidemics and pandemics, this publication is a critical reference source for medical professionals, students, environmental scientists, advocates, policy makers, academics, and researchers.