Résultats pour "The Scourge" dans Santé et bien-être

Smallpox, the only infectious disease to have been eradicated, was one of the most terrifying of human scourges. It covered the skin with hideous, painful boils, killed a third of its victims, and left the survivors disfigured for life. In this riveting, often terrifying look at the history of smallpox, Jonathan B. Tucker tells the story of this deadly disease, the heroic efforts to eradicate it worldwide, and the looming dangers it still poses today.

Rabies, a term that often evokes fear and concern, is a viral disease that has plagued humanity and animals for thousands of years. This zoonotic illness, primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected animal, continues to be a significant public health concern in many parts of the world. In this article, we'll explore the history of rabies, its treatment, and its current global spread, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of this deadly but preventable disease. Rabies has been a part of human history for millennia, with references to the disease dating back to ancient ...