Pandemics

3 books

Global disease outbreaks that could threaten human civilization.

Goals

To understand infectious disease dynamics, transmission patterns, and pandemic potential. To analyze historical pandemics and near-misses for lessons about societal vulnerability. To evaluate public health infrastructure, early warning systems, and biodefense strategies for preventing and mitigating catastrophic biological threats.

Books

  • Cover of The Great Influenza

    The Great Influenza

    John M. Barry, 2005

  • Cover of Stopping the Next Pandemic

    Stopping the Next Pandemic

    Debora MacKenzie, 2020

  • Cover of The Big One

    The Big One

    Michael T. Osterholm, Mark Olshaker, 2025

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