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Robyn Hardyman

Fighting Malaria

Hardcover (Gareth Stevens Publishing Aug. 1, 2014)
Malaria is an infectious disease caused by parasites and spread by mosquitoes. Especially dangerous to children, it's the cause of 1 million deaths annually. About half of the world is at risk of catching malaria. This thought-provoking book answers questions including what it's like to contract malaria and the groundbreaking efforts and goals of today's medical and scientific community to both prevent and treat the disease. Mosquito nets, insecticides, and medications are among the many topics featured. Photographs of professionals in action and quotations from specialists add a sense of urgency to address this global crisis.
Series
Tiny Battlefields
ISBN
1482414546 / 9781482414547
Pages
48
Weight
8.0 oz.
Dimensions
6.8 x 0.3 in.

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