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Designed as both a textbook and a reference, this volume introduces epidemiologists, microbiologists, clinicians and students to the principles, methods, and applications of molecular epidemiology. Particular emphasis is placed on bacterial infectious diseases. Topics include (for example) distinguishing epidemic and endemic occurrence of infectious diseases; determining attributable risks in community- or institution-acquired infections; and identifying genetic determinants of disease transmission. Riley teaches public health at U. of California, Berkeley. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
