FROM THE PUBLISHER
In the United States, infectious diseases now rank third among the leading
causes of death according to the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Problems associated with antimicrobial resistance are increasing nationally and
internationally. This fourth edition includes new information on emerging
infections (e.g., ehrlichiosis, E. coli 0157:H7, Helicobacter pylori), the
hepatitis A vaccine, and deep neck infections, as well as a concise update on
HIV, a discussion of problems of antimicrobial resistance, and an extensive
review of antibiotics, including new agents. A Practical Approach to Infectious
Diseases is written in an outline format that provides quick pathways from
symptoms to sources of infection. The contributors