Springer - Cholera and the Ecology of Vibrio cholerae Book

Explore the complex relationship between V. cholerae and its natural habitat in this specialized text from Springer. Recent scientific findings reveal that V. cholerae is a normal inhabitant of estuarine and riverine waters. This means that even if the disease is eliminated from human populations through vaccines, the vibrio continues to survive independently within the environment. This book provides a deep look into how the environment serves as a source for epidemic strains. It is the first publication to focus specifically on the implications of these environmental discoveries. It is an essential resource for those studying infectious and contagious diseases, particularly regarding how water ecosystems support the survival of cholera.