Physicians Chandra and Dacso (emergency medicine and global health) call upon an international cast of specialist contributors to create a highly detailed and useful handbook for healthcare professionals and for those interested in international health policy. This practical and quick reference begins with an introduction to global health issues in the developing world, then addresses individual diseases most prevalent in those venues, and moves on to listings by country. For each country, every important dynamic is covered: climate, cultural issues, leading causes of death, special local considerations in care or planning, HIV/AIDS commentary, and more. Designed for field use (a small book with small print), but also for enlightening coverage of many dimensions of health practice not found in industrialized countries. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)