
The River: A Journey to the Source of HIV and AIDS
Edward Hooper
Completely updated with the latest findings and data, this edition builds upon the foundation of previous work. The accessible writing style is maintained with completely updated content and extended commentary on current developments. The text provides the necessary background information for students to understand the biology of HIV and AIDS while also providing information on critical epidemiological patterns and research developments.
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Publishers
- ISBN-13
- 9781449644260
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Awards
- Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Science and TechnologyShortlisted(1999)
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