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Discover the gripping account in 'No Time to Lose,' a groundbreaking memoir by Peter Piot, the renowned scientist who played a vital role in combating deadly viruses like Ebola and AIDS. This captivating book, published by W W Norton & Company in 2013, provides an insider's view of the urgent battles fought against infectious diseases. With 416 pages filled with personal anecdotes and professional challenges, Piot recounts his early career and the perilous journeys that defined his life. Ignoring the skepticism of his professors, he delves into the heart of Central Africa to study the transmission of the Ebola virus, contributing to our understanding of one of the most lethal viruses known to humanity. As the founder of UNAIDS, Piot shares stories of negotiating with world leaders and mobilizing international strategies to combat the AIDS epidemic, making this memoir a must-read for anyone interested in global health and infectious diseases. With its vivid storytelling and profound insights, 'No Time to Lose' offers a candid perspective on the relentless efforts required to confront today's health crises. Order now to dive into a world where science meets adventure and urgency in the face of public health challenges. Please note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780393345513. Year: 2013. Publisher: W W Norton & Company.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393345513
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
When Peter Piot was in medical school, a professor warned, "There's no future in infectious diseases. They've all been solved." Fortunately, Piot ignored him, and the result has been an exceptional, adventure-filled career. In the 1970s, as a young man, Piot was sent to Central Africa as part of a team tasked with identifying a grisly new virus. Crossing into the quarantine zone on the most dangerous missions, he studied local customs to determine how this disease”the Ebola virus”was spreading. Later, Piot found himself in the field again when another mysterious epidemic broke out: AIDS. He traveled throughout Africa, leading the first international AIDS initiatives there. Then, as founder and director of UNAIDS, he negotiated policies with leaders from Fidel Castro to Thabo Mbeki and helped turn the tide of the epidemic. Candid and engrossing, No Time to Lose captures the urgency and excitement of being on the front lines in the fight against today's deadliest diseases.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393345513
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
When Peter Piot was in medical school, a professor warned, "There's no future in infectious diseases. They've all been solved." Fortunately, Piot ignored him, and the result has been an exceptional, adventure-filled career. In the 1970s, as a young man, Piot was sent to Central Africa as part of a team tasked with identifying a grisly new virus. Crossing into the quarantine zone on the most dangerous missions, he studied local customs to determine how this disease”the Ebola virus”was spreading. Later, Piot found himself in the field again when another mysterious epidemic broke out: AIDS. He traveled throughout Africa, leading the first international AIDS initiatives there. Then, as founder and director of UNAIDS, he negotiated policies with leaders from Fidel Castro to Thabo Mbeki and helped turn the tide of the epidemic. Candid and engrossing, No Time to Lose captures the urgency and excitement of being on the front lines in the fight against today's deadliest diseases.