Fatal Fever

This audiobook recounts the gripping story of "Typhoid Mary," or Mary Mallon, an Irish cook in early 20th-century New York who unknowingly spread typhoid fever among affluent families. Listeners will discover how an epidemiologist traced her infections and the health department's eventual decisions regarding her fate. With additional educational materials like a glossary, timeline, and further resources, this engaging narrative offers young audiences a historical perspective on epidemics, paralleling contemporary public health challenges.