Gorgas Memorial Laboratory: Research Work Touching Causes and Prevention of Tropical Diseases

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Gorgas Memorial Laboratory

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Research Work Touching Causes and Prevention of Tropical Diseases

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Public health & preventive medicine; Tropical medicine; History of science

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""Gorgas Memorial Laboratory: Research Work Touching Causes and Prevention of Tropical Diseases"" provides a comprehensive overview of the pioneering scientific investigations conducted in the early 20th century to combat the scourge of tropical ailments. This work details the critical research efforts focused on identifying the origins and mitigating the transmission of diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, and other parasitic infections that posed significant threats to global health and infrastructure development.

Authored by various experts in the field, this report highlights the laboratory's dedication to advancing public health through rigorous study and fieldwork. It examines the methodologies employed to understand vector control, sanitation, and the biological underpinnings of regional epidemics. The text serves as an essential historical record of the intersection between international cooperation and medical science, documenting the foundational work that paved the way for modern tropical medicine. Scholars and readers interested in the history of medicine, public health initiatives, and the evolution of infectious disease control will find this a valuable resource for understanding the challenges faced by medical pioneers in the tropics.

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Created by: United States Government Printing of
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 204g
ISBN: 9781025688251
ISBN 10: 1025688252
Pages: 138
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active