Isbn: 9780063069541 - virus hunters: how science protects people when outbreaks and pandemics strike – medical mysteries, vaccines, and the experts who fight deadly diseases for kids (ages 9-12) (14 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. A propulsive nonfiction look at the elite squads of scientists, doctors, and infectious disease experts who guard the boundary between public health and pandemics and how they gather data via boots on the ground "shoe-leather epidemiology" in order to save lives.  Perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin and Deborah Heiligman! Picture a detective. What comes to mind? A fast-talking private eye, interrogating a suspect? Or Sherlock Holmes, in his deerstalker hat, discovering clues to catch a killer? Now imagine that the suspect isn't a person but a microscopic menace--a deadly virus or bacteria making people sick. What kind of detective does it take to nab a biological assassin, invisible to the naked eye? Just like detectives, epidemiologists--scientists who study how diseases emerge and spread--interview witnesses and gather clues to identify the cause of illness, locate those who are sick, and uncover the sources of outbreaks to stop them in their tracks. From a quickly spreading cholera outbreak in 1880s London, to a mystery illness in New Mexico that stumped investigators, to the development of the vaccines to fight COVID-19 and more, join acclaimed author Amy Cherrix on a journey to explore the past, present, and future of virus hunting as the world's greatest disease detectives race to crack the medical codes that lead to cures. Medical Mysteries: Follow the clues from a deadly cholera outbreak in 1880s London to a puzzling respiratory illness in New Mexico and see how scientists, like real-life Sherlock Holmeses, solve the case. History of Pandemics: Journey through the greatest public health challenges in history, from the devastating 1918 flu to the global fight to eradicate smallpox and the modern-day race for a COVID-19 vaccine. The Science of Vaccines: Discover the stories behind the shots, from the first smallpox inoculations to the groundbreaking technology that powered the response to the coronavirus pandemic. Epidemiology for Kids: Learn the secrets of "shoe-leather epidemiology" and see how the world's top virus hunters track down invisible assassins to stop outbreaks in their tracks. …

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. A propulsive nonfiction look at the elite squads of scientists, doctors, and infectious disease experts who guard the boundary between public health and pandemics and how they gather data via boots on the ground "shoe-leather epidemiology" in order to save lives.  Perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin and Deborah Heiligman! Picture a detective. What comes to mind? A fast-talking private eye, interrogating a suspect? Or Sherlock Holmes, in his deerstalker hat, discovering clues to catch a killer? Now imagine that the suspect isn't a person but a microscopic menace--a deadly virus or bacteria making people sick. What kind of detective does it take to nab a biological assassin, invisible to the naked eye? Just like detectives, epidemiologists--scientists who study how diseases emerge and spread--interview witnesses and gather clues to identify the cause of illness, locate those who are sick, and uncover the sources of outbreaks to stop them in their tracks. From a quickly spreading cholera outbreak in 1880s London, to a mystery illness in New Mexico that stumped investigators, to the development of the vaccines to fight COVID-19 and more, join acclaimed author Amy Cherrix on a journey to explore the past, present, and future of virus hunting as the world's greatest disease detectives race to crack the medical codes that lead to cures. Medical Mysteries: Follow the clues from a deadly cholera outbreak in 1880s London to a puzzling respiratory illness in New Mexico and see how scientists, like real-life Sherlock Holmeses, solve the case. History of Pandemics: Journey through the greatest public health challenges in history, from the devastating 1918 flu to the global fight to eradicate smallpox and the modern-day race for a COVID-19 vaccine. The Science of Vaccines: Discover the stories behind the shots, from the first smallpox inoculations to the groundbreaking technology that powered the response to the coronavirus pandemic. Epidemiology for Kids: Learn the secrets of "shoe-leather epidemiology" and see how the world's top virus hunters track down invisible assassins to stop outbreaks in their tracks. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Hardcover. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 328 pages. 8.50x5.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 328 pages. 8.50x5.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A propulsive nonfiction look at the elite squads of scientists, doctors, and infectious disease experts who guard the boundary between public health and pandemics and how they gather data via boots on the ground 'shoe-leather epidemiology' in order to save lives.Perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin and Deborah Heiligman!Picture a detective. What comes to mind A fast-talking private eye, interrogating a suspect Or Sherlock Holmes, in his deerstalker hat, discovering clues to catch a killer Now imagine that the suspect isn't a person but a microscopic menace-a deadly virus or bacteria making people sick. What kind of detective does it take to nab a biological assassin, invisible to the naked eye Just like detectives, epidemiologists-scientists who study how diseases emerge and spread-interview witnesses and gather clues to identify the cause of illness, locate those who are sick, and uncover the sources of outbreaks to stop them in their tracks.From a quickly spreading cholera outbreak in 1880s London, to a mystery illness in New Mexico that stumped investigators, to the development of the vaccines to fight COVID-19 and more, join acclaimed author Amy Cherrix on a journey to explore the past, present, and future of virus hunting as the world's greatest disease detectives race to crack the medical codes that lead to cures.- Medical Mysteries: Follow the clues from a deadly cholera outbreak in 1880s London to a puzzling respiratory illness in New Mexico and see how scientists, like real-life Sherlock Holmeses, solve the case.- History of Pandemics: Journey through the greatest public health challenges in history, from the devastating 1918 flu to the global fight to eradicate smallpox and the modern-day race for a COVID-19 vaccine.- The Science of Vaccines: Discover the stories behind the shots, from the first smallpox inoculations to the groundbreaking technology that powered the response to the coronavirus pandemic.- Epidemiology for Kids: Learn the secrets of "shoe-leather epidemiology" and see how the world's top virus hunters track down invisible assassins to stop outbreaks in their tracks.…