| Description |
1 videodisc (ca. 56 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Series |
Rx for survival
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| System Details |
DVD, region 1, letterboxed presentation; Dolby Digital, NTSC. |
| Note |
English dialogue; closed-captioned; described video for the visually impaired. |
| Performer |
Narrated by, Brad Pitt |
| Credits |
Edited by, Stephanie Munroe ; music composed by, Sheldon Mirowitz. |
| Note |
"A global health challenge : conquering AIDS, Avain flu, and other deadly epidemics." -- Container. |
| Audience |
MPAA rating: Not rated. |
| Summary |
During the past 100 years, life expectancy more than doubled in developed countries. In the last few decades, however, 30 new infectious diseases have emerged. Examine the most critical threats we face today, including avian flu. |
| Contents |
Botswana's AIDs struggle -- Test case for the world -- New nemeses, old lessons -- When Avian flu kills -- Vaccine dilemma -- International commitment is key. |
| Note |
Special features: Dispatches from experts in the field; materials for educators; activities for exploring global health issues; access to the "Rx for survival" web site. |
| Subject |
Avian influenza.
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AIDS (Disease)
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AIDS (Disease) -- Transmission.
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Epidemics.
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Veterinary epidemiology.
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| Genre |
Documentary videos.
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| Subject |
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
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Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.
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| Genre |
Documentary -- Television special.
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| Subject |
Descriptive video.
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DVS.
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Descriptive videos.
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Closed-captioned.
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Closed-captioning.
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| Added Author |
Whittlesey, Rob.
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Pitt, Brad, 1963-
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Mirowitz, Sheldon.
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WGBH Video (Firm)
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| ISBN |
1593755988 : $19.99 |
| Standard No. |
783421409996 |
| Music # |
WG40999 WGBH Boston Video |
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