New Vaccine Development Establishing Priorities Diseases of Importance in Developing Countries

Common diseases cost the developing world an enormous amount in terms of human life, health, and productivity, as well as lost economic potential. New and effective vaccines could not only improve the quality of life for millions of residents in developing countries, they could also contribute substantially to further economic development. Using data from the World Health Organization and other international agencies, this book analyzes disease burdens, pathogen descriptions, geographic distribution of diseases, probable vaccine target populations, alternative control measures and treatments, and future prospects for vaccine development. New Vaccine Developmentprovides valuable insight into immunological and international health policy priorities.Institute of Medicine Staff is the author of 'New Vaccine Development Establishing Priorities Diseases of Importance in Developing Countries' with ISBN 9780309036795 and ISBN 0309036798.