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Emerging Infectious Diseases: Global To Local Implications, Mary Lou Manning, Phd, Crnp, Cic, Faan Oct 2016

Emerging Infectious Diseases: Global To Local Implications, Mary Lou Manning, Phd, Crnp, Cic, Faan

Department of Nursing Papers

Infectious disease remains among the leading causes of death worldwide. With easy mobility and air travel, pathogens can move quickly and silently to any place around the globe in a matter of days. The recent Ebola crises in West Africa clearly demonstrated the increased risk of emerging infections in our highly connected world. Legal nurse consultants are well-positioned to provide guidance on deciphering public health laws relevant to responding to infectious disease threats.