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An Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology
An Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology
Author: Susan Carr, Nigel Unwin, Tanja Pless-Mulloli
?The contents are not specifically nursing orientated but very neatly balanced to be of relevance to all working in the public health arena?the book is well written, the language is clear, and the concepts clearly and simply explained and easily understood? — Journal of Biosocial Science
  • What are epidemiology and pub...  more »
  • What is the nature of public health evidence and knowledge?
  • What strategies can be used to protect and improve health?
The second edition of this bestselling book provides a multi-professional introduction to the key concepts in public health and epidemiology. It presents a broad, interactive account of contemporary public health, placing an emphasis on developing public health skills and stimulating the reader to think through the issues for themselves. The new edition features additional material on:
  • Historical perspectives
  • Public health skills for practice
  • Evaluation of public health interventions
  • The nature of evidence and public health knowledge
  • Translating policy and evidence into practice
An Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology is key reading for students of public health and healthcare professionals, including: nurses, doctors, community development workers and public health workers.
ISBN-13: 9780335216246
ISBN-10: 0335216242
Publication Date: 9/1/2007
Pages: 192
Edition: 2
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Publisher: Open University Press
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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