This book introduces the reader to the fascinating world of parasites that cause human disease.
It is written in a first-person style relating anecdotes and personal encounters of parasites
by the author. It tells stories about exotic parasites diseases interesting factoids about the
life history of unusual parasites species and strange ways in which humans can become
infected. However this is also a serious topic as there is increasing movement of populations
and goods occurring in a globalized world resulting in previously exotic parasites being
brought into new regions of the world. This book about parasite infections will be of interest
to business travelers and tourists alike and the book discusses simple common sense ways to
avoid them.
