Title: Influenza in practice
Description: "Almost every winter there is an outbreak or epidemic of influenza in the UK and many other countries. These infections contribute to an annual increase in both morbidity and mortality, primarily in the elderly. This book provides practical, up-to-date summaries on the virological and clinical aspects of influenze infection. In addition to providing an overview of its epidemiology and pathogenesis, the book also discusses the impact on the host's immune system, and reviews potential new antiviral drugs and novel vaccination strategies." "Influenza in Practice will be of value to general practitioners, hospital doctors and nurses, as well as to undergraduate and postgraduate students of medicine and pharmacy."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects: Influenza, Treatment, Human Influenza, Orthomyxoviridae