Hand Book of Information Regarding the Routine Procedure of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases, 1914 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

John Shaw Billings

 
9780243017201: Hand Book of Information Regarding the Routine Procedure of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases, 1914 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the routines and procedures of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases, a department under the New York City Health Department. First established in 1866, the Bureau has been responsible for a range of public health interventions, including the establishment of quarantine protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases like cholera and smallpox. The book details the Bureau's efforts to combat tuberculosis, including the establishment of clinics, sanatoriums, and the development of a vaccine. The author describes the various infectious diseases the Bureau addresses, and the range of its vital initiatives, including public health education campaigns. Throughout, the author highlights the dedication and professionalism of the Bureau's staff, who have worked diligently to protect the health of New York City's inhabitants.

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ISBN 10:  0656459794 ISBN 13:  9780656459797
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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