This multi-volume reference set contributes new thinking and evidence to a critical global issue: How can we better understand, prepare for, and respond to global health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic which shocked the whole planet in recent years? This is foundationally relevant to a global infectious disease crisis, but there are other pandemics — non-communicable diseases, mental health, climate change, commercial impacts on health — that also require effective responses.

Invisible Battlefield: Whether the reader is interested in the history of medicine, intrigued by the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic, or fascinated by the medical discoveries, "The Invisible Battlefield" promises to be an enlightening and memorable read. The book offers crucial insights into our present by exploring our past. The author weaves an intricate tapestry of stories that reveal the immense political, social, and psychological impact of epidemics.

"Written by key actors on the frontlines of the response to COVID-19, this book critically addresses the key issues of the continuing pandemic, while providing precious recommendations on how to prepare and respond better to future epidemics."

"The text is accessible and easy to read; the use of case studies, in particular, helps to engage the reader and bring the subject to life. Each chapter is well referenced with key research and the needs of the international audience are well met with examples of research, cases or law, picked from around the globe. I would regard the book as good value for money and would recommend it to both novice and experienced occupational health practitioners to add to their professional skills and knowledge."

"Brain Fever by Richard Moxon is a fascinating read of the multi-century history of meningitis and the nearly 400-year effort by multiple generations of scientists to develop effective treatments. The collaborations between Richard, Rino Rappuoli, Ham Smith and myself that resulted in the Meningitis B vaccine (Bexsero) is one of the most rewarding of my scientific life. Just in the short time since its release in 2014, tens of thousands of lives have been saved. Brain Fever is the exciting story of how effective vaccines came to be and why they are so critical to humanity."