The Malaria Problem in Peace and War (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Frederick L. Hoffman

 
9781330943465: The Malaria Problem in Peace and War (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

From field clinics to strategic planning, learn how malaria control changes outcomes in peace and war.

This practical guide examines modern methods, real-world campaigns, and the lessons learned from military and civilian efforts to curb malaria. Drawing on case studies across the United States, India, Burma, and beyond, it shows how prevention, surveillance, and targeted interventions shape health and security in diverse settings.

The book outlines how eradication and control programs are designed, evaluated, and adapted to local conditions. It blends policy insights with on-the-ground tactics, offering a clear view of what works in reducing malaria risk for populations and troops alike.
  • Understand four key prophylaxis methods and how local conditions guide their use
  • Explore entomology, surveillance, and environmental measures that break transmission
  • See how education, infrastructure, and public health coordination amplify impact
  • Review historical campaigns that linked malaria control to broader health and development
Ideal for students, health professionals, and readers of military medical history who want practical, scenario-based insights into malaria control in diverse environments.

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9780267143801: The Malaria Problem in Peace and War (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  026714380X ISBN 13:  9780267143801
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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