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Chapter 1: Do Infectious Diseases Pose A Significant Threat To Humanity?

Chapter Preface

Infectious Diseases Pose A Significant Threat To Humanity

The Threat Of Infectious Diseases Has Been Overstated

Emerging Viruses May Threaten Humanity With Extinction

Emerging Viruses Do Not Threaten Humanity With Extinction

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Chapter 2: What Can Be Done To Curtail The Aids Epidemic?

Chapter Preface

Traditional Public Health Measures Are Needed To Control The Aids Epidemic

The AIDS Epidemic Requires Unique Public Health Measures

Needle Exchange Programs Should Be Encouraged

Needle Exchange Programs Should Not Be Encouraged

An AIDS Vaccine Is Not Necessary To End The Epidemic

An AIDS Vaccine Is Imperative To End The Epidemic

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Chapter 3: Are Government Vaccination Programs Beneficial?

Chapter Preface

U.S. Government Vaccination Programs Have Been Beneficial

Government Vaccination Programs Hamper The Development Of New Vaccines

Vaccines Are Unsafe And Ineffective

Vaccines Are Safe And Effective

Mandatory Vaccination Programs Violate Parents' Informed Consent Rights

Opposition To Vaccination Programs Is Misguided

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Chapter 4: How Can Foodborne Illnesses Be Prevented?

Chapter Preface

Consumers Should Practice Safe Food-handling Habits To Prevent Illnesses

Consumers Should Demand Changes In The Food Industry To Prevent Food-borne Illnesses

Increased Government Regulation Is Necessary To Prevent Food-borne Illnesses

Increased Government Regulation Is Not Necessary To Prevent Food-borne Illnesses

Irradiation Can Prevent Food-borne Diseases

Irradiation Is Not The Solution To The Problem Of Food-borne Diseases

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