The Making of a Tropical Disease

Discover the global factors that contribute to the spread of malaria in this eye-opening historical analysis. Randall Packard traces the natural and social forces that have made it a major public health problem in poorer tropical regions, examining its roots in war, land development, and globalization, along with climate change and changes in water distribution. Packed with fascinating insights, this authoritative book also offers policy recommendations to improve control strategies and save lives.