Rabies: Scientific Basis of the Disease and its Management, Fifth Edition is an authoritative reference that delves into the virological, clinical, and public health facets of rabies. This new edition provides insights into the molecular virology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, immunology, treatment, epidemiology, and public health strategies for managing rabies. It also includes discussions on the One Health approach to rabies, global implications, and setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the book serves as an essential resource for physicians, veterinarians, public health advisors, epidemiologists, and research scientists, offering current information on diagnosing, treating, controlling, and preventing this deadly infectious disease.
- Edited by renowned researchers who have gathered an international team of expert contributors to detail the science, treatment, and control of rabies
- Emphasizes a global perspective of rabies as a re-emergent infection
- Discusses the roles of international organizations such as the WHO, World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) (previously OIE), and Global Alliance for Rabies Control
- Addresses the global impact and setbacks on rabies-related issues from the COVID-19 pandemic
Dr. Alan C. Jackson is Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Department of Clinical Neurosciences (Neurology) at the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Previously, he was Professor of Medicine (Neurology) at Queen’s University (Kingston, Ontario, Canada) and later at the University of Manitoba (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada). He graduated from Queen’s University with BA and MD degrees. He completed an internship in internal medicine at University of Southern California, residencies in internal medicine at Queen’s University and in neurology at the University of Western Ontario, and a fellowship in neurovirology at The Johns Hopkins University with Drs. Richard Johnson and Diane Griffin. Dr. Jackson has been active in rabies research for over 30 years.
Dr. Anthony Fooks is a Virologist and the Lead Scientist for International Development at The Animal and Plant Health Agency in the UK. He is an Honorary Visiting Professor in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, University of Liverpool, UK and at the Institute for Infection and Immunity at St George’s Medical School, University of London, UK. His research focuses on rabies pathogenesis and immunity.