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Originally published in 1912. This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies. All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of infectious diseases, challenging long-held beliefs about their origins and transmission. The author, writing in the early 20th century, traces the evolution of medical understanding from the miasma theory, which posited disease arose from foul air, to the germ theory, which implicated bacteria as the culprit. He then critically examines the prevailing notion that disease germs thrived outside the human body, particularly in decaying organic matter, a theory known as the "filth theory." By meticulously analyzing both laboratory findings and epidemiological data, the author demonstrates that the lifespan of disease germs outside the body is often much shorter than previously thought. He argues that the focus should shift from external sources of infection to the human body itself, highlighting the role of carriers and missed cases in disease transmission. The book challenges the effectiveness of isolation practices in curbing outbreaks, proposing that direct contact is a more frequent mode of infection than previously believed. This thought-provoking work offers a fresh perspective on disease prevention, emphasizing the importance of understanding how germs spread within human populations rather than solely focusing on external factors. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332198337_0
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