Idiot's Guide

Dr. David Perlin, PHRI's Scientific Director, has co-authored (with Ann Cohen) The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dangerous Diseases and Epidemics. In clearly written, straightforward text, the Guide reviews past and recent epidemics, the threat of bioterrorism, and how our bodies fight disease.

A reader reviewer on amazon.com states: "From Anthrax to the West Nile Virus and all forms of common and uncommon diseases in between, Perlin and Cohen present this must-have information in an easy to follow format. They deal clearly with such topics as current and horrifying as bioterrorism as well as the more common yet equally deadly hazards of under-cooked chicken and beef. This book is an excellent source of practical information for families and belongs next to the aspirin and other medical supplies."

Publisher: Alpha Books; 1st edition (June 4, 2002).

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Understanding DNA

A 4th edition of Dr. Karl Drlica's popular classic Understanding DNA and Gene Cloning: A Guide for the Curious has just been published. The book explains the fundamental principles of DNA biology at a level that is understandable by thoses who are not science majors. With DNA and gene cloning all over the news, readers need to understand the ongoing genetic revolution. In this highly acclaimed guide, Karl Drlica fully explains the basic science and technology readers need to understand the issues and make crucial decisions. Each step of the way he explains complex topics using easy-to-understand analogies. The new edition is now completely up-to-date.

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 4th edition (July 2003).

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