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This page contains books written by and/or about public health advisors. You can purchase "Ready to Go" directly through the Watsonian Society, by emailing us at watsonian@cdc.gov. The other books on this list can be purchased online.

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CDC and the Smallpox Crusade

CDC and the Smallpox Crusade Cover
This book chronicles the CDC smallpox contributions.

The Fears of the Rich, The Needs of the Poor

The Fears of the Rich, The Needs of the Poor Cover
Dr. Foege tells the stories of pivotal moments in public health.

From the Merry Widow Bar To....

From the Merry Widow Bar To... Cover
True anecdotal stories from the experiences of a CDC VD Investigator.

In the Shadow of Venus

In the Shadow of Venus Cover
121 true venereal disease detective stories.

Life is Great - Enjoy the Ride

Life Is Great - Enjoy the Ride Book Cover
These are global public health service stories.

Ready to Go...

Ready to Go: The History and Contributions of U.S. Public Health Advisors Cover
True stories of public health advisors.

Smallpox Zero

Smallpox Zero - An Illustrated History of Smallpox and its Eradication Cover
Graphic novel-style history of smallpox.

Tells of a Southern Boy - A Life in Stories

Tells of a Southern Boy - A Life in Stories Cover
Wonderful and humorous stories from the life of a southern boy.

The Forty-Rupee Clock

The Forty-Rupee Clock Cover
Adventures of the smallpox eradication team in India.

The Great Connector - A Season of Faith in Liberia

The Great Connector - A Season of Faith in Liberia
Book covers the event of the Ebola crisis in Liberia and West Africa.

The Delgado Connection

The Delgado Connection
CDC DIS in 1980's New Orleans
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