Legal Infectious Disease Identification and Handling

Author: Liang Wanwen, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: Preventing and controlling infectious diseases is a shared responsibility of the nation, government, society, and every citizen. Only by promptly identifying and recognizing infectious diseases and their epidemiological trends can timely prevention and control measures be taken. The purpose of writing this book is to help clinical medical workers improve their skills in identifying and managing infectious diseases, thereby facilitating their prevention and control. The book is concise, easy to understand, convenient to consult, highly practical, and incorporates some of the latest advancements in clinical medicine and public health. It is suitable for clinical medical workers at all levels to use in their practice. The content covers 37 Class A, B, and C infectious diseases specified for management under the "Law on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases."
Combining China's practical experience and recent developments in infectious disease prevention and control, the book succinctly describes the concept, identification (clinical features, laboratory and ancillary tests, epidemiological history, diagnosis, and differential diagnosis), pathogen, distribution, source of infection, transmission routes, incubation period, infectious period, susceptibility, specific treatment, and control methods (preventive measures, patient and contact management, environmental management, healthcare worker protection, and measures during outbreaks) for each infectious disease. It aims to serve as a practical reference and technical guide for clinical medical staff in their actual work.
For easy reference, the book is arranged in the order of Class A, B, and C infectious diseases specified in the new "Law on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases," and includes explanations of relevant terminology related to infectious disease prevention and control.