Welcome to the Infectious Diseases Library Guide! This guide is an overview of infectious diseases and a variety of resources available through the MSK Library. It is designed for patients and caregivers as well as clinicians.
Your librarian,
Lindsay Boyce
Research Informationist III
boycel@mskcc.org
| Sections | Pages | Content |
|---|---|---|
| About Infectious Diseases | An overview of infectious diseases, including different types of infections, and how they transmit from one person to another | |
| Pathogens | An overview of pathogens, with information on the four types of pathogens (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites), as well as common types of each pathogen | |
| Infections | An overview of infections caused by the different types of pathogens as well as specific illnesses that these pathogens can cause in humans | |
| Therapeutics | An overview of antimicrobials as well as the different classes of drugs for both antibiotics and antivirals, as well as the risk of over-using these drugs and the rise of drug resistance | |
| Infection Control | Infection Control in the Healthcare Setting | Information and resources on infection control and precautions and guidelines for infection control in healthcare settings |
| Resources | Information and resources on infectious diseases and infection control for both the clinician and the public |
