Soap and Water & Common Sense
The definitive guide to viruses, bacteria, parasites and disease

I feel like I've been watching the movie adaptation since March so it was nice to read the book......more

The author, an epidemiologist, writes about the world of microbes in a technique geared towards the lay reader. Histories, case studies and facts are presented in a matter-of-fact and digestible style. There are many breaking points within each chapter. The book is a handy primer into the world of ba......more

I found Dr. Bonnie Henry’s preamble into the world of micro-organism a great introduction into microbiology ; she covered the birth and history of epidemiology, vaccination, and various pathogens that has plagued humankind from past to present, as well as its resurgence. I was hoping to read about h......more

Very very very good, easy to read. Great bibliography and although it is a 2009 book, it has a March 2020 introduction referencing COVID-19. A must read given the times. I thought it would scare me but it gave me comfort. Available on Kobo and Kindle [read March 202 intro; chap 3; Top 10 Myths and T......more

I really didn't think I'd be so into a book that's literally mostly about how important it is to wash your hands. that's tongue in cheek--Bonnie Henry, our provincial health officer here in BC, has written a really interesting book about viruses, bacteria, microbes, and how they are transmitted. she......more