2002, 368 pages, b/w photos, dwgs., tables, charts, maps. Lyme disease is now acknowledged as one of the most highly prevalent arthropod-borne human diseases
in northern temperate regions of the world. This book describes basic characteristics of the disease, biology of pathogens in their vectors (ticks) and vertebrate hosts, their ecology in different regions worldwide, and global epidemiology of the
disease. Also addresses prevention and control measures. Hardcover; 6-1/4 x 9-1/2".
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