The Political Life of an Epidemic: Cholera, Crisis, and Citizenship in Zimbabwe.

  • Published In: World Medical & Health Policy, 2023, v. 15, n. 4. P. 696 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Johnson, Sesan Michael 3 of 3

Abstract

Simukai Chigudu's book, "The Political Life of Cholera: Cholera, Crisis and Citizenship in Zimbabwe," examines the cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe in 2008-2009, which resulted in over 100,000 cases and nearly 5,000 deaths. The book explores the historical and political-economic factors that contributed to the outbreak, the response of different entities and individuals, and the lasting impact of the epidemic. Chigudu's interdisciplinary analysis draws on fields such as epidemiology, political science, and medical sociology. The book highlights the intersection of epidemics and politics of health, emphasizing the failures of governmental structures and the effects of colonialism and neocolonialism. It also underscores the importance of understanding epidemics in their social, cultural, and political contexts. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:World Medical & Health Policy. 2023/12, Vol. 15, Issue 4, p696
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1948-4682
  • DOI:10.1002/wmh3.551
  • Accession Number:174109167
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