What’s new in the 5th Edition
- Things change – a rather large infectious disease happened since the 4th edition
- WSPID new sponsor/co-ordination assistance – more global themes
- New chapters on management in resource-limited settings
- New chapters on neglected tropical diseases
- In every chapter – global epidemiology, prevention, what’s new?
- More global authors and reviewers
- Mentorship of authors who are younger/first-time/resource-limited settings
- Via WSPID to AfSPID, SLIPE, PIDS, ESPID, ASPID, ANZPID
Launch Update
- Delivered the finalized 130 chapters to OUP in March 2025
- Aimed for launch at WSPID in Oct 2025
- Some changes at OUP have meant a delay
- There will be a chance to sign up at WSPID to get the book as soon as released
- Launch WSPID webinar series planned for 2026
- Regional & local launches featuring local/regional authors
5th Edition Contributors
In the 5th edition, there are 179 new authors from around the globe. In total, there are 249 authors from 40 countries. In comparison, the 4th edition had 131 authors from 17 countries.
WSPID is deeply grateful to the 5th edition editors, Prof. Mark Cotton (AfSPID) and Prof. Penelope Bryant (ANZPID), whose tireless dedication brought this edition to fruition. We also extend our sincere thanks to all the authors and reviewers who contributed their expertise and time. This edition truly reflects the collaborative efforts of the global #PedsID community.
Learn who the individual authors are from WSPID’s member societies:
AfSPID – click HERE
ASPID – click HERE
ANZPID – click HERE
ESPID – click HERE
PIDS – click HERE
SLIPE – click HERE