Globalization Trade Agreements, Global Health and United Nations Involvement

This book presents current research in the study of globalization, with a particular focus on global health programs, trade agreements and United Nations involvement. Topics discussed include trade agreements and their impact on the U.S. economy; U.S. trade deficit and the impact of changing oil prices; free trade agreements; centers for disease control and prevention global health programs; the 2009 influenza pandemic; United Nations assistance mission in Afghanistan; the United Nations Human Rights Council and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.