About this Book

Emerging and reemerging infectious diseases (EID) pose a global threat to human and animal public health and cause an enormous humanitarian and economic catastrophes, especially in resource limited countries. Most of these diseases are caused by the effect of climate change and anthropogenic activities.

The control of EID in emergency settings like countries affected by conflicts and natural disasters is a major health concern. Mass displacement, lack of proper sanitation and damaged public health infrastructure are the main factors for the spread of infectious diseases in these countries. The dissemination of EID in such settings can lead to fast spread of diseases beyond the borders, triggering a global threat. Strategies for early detection, surveillance and public health interventions are essential to contain and mitigate the risk engendered by EID in affected countries.