"Even in the most industrialized nations, the health problems caused by common insects such as bees, ticks, and mosquitoes pose a serious threat, making quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment imperative. Physician's Guide to Arthropods of Medical Importance, Third Edition is the ultimate resource for identifying arthropods - including varieties of insects, spiders, mites, ticks, and scorpions - and their harmful effects on human health."--BOOK JACKET.