Ending Epidemics

"Ending Epidemics" chronicles the remarkable journey of medical discovery from the era when diseases were misunderstood and blamed on supernatural causes, to the profound scientific achievements that have transformed global health. Spanning from the first identification of bacteria in 1676 to the eradication of smallpox in 1978, the book explores how advances in germ theory, sanitation, antibiotics, and key technological innovations have significantly increased life expectancy and reshaped society. It highlights both renowned and lesser-known figures whose contributions have been crucial in this ongoing fight against infectious diseases.