Introduction to epidemiology.

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Title:

Author:

Carneiro, Ilona, author.

ISBN:

9780335243174

Personal Author:

Carneiro, Ilona, author.

Edition:

Third edition / Ilona Carneiro.

Physical Description:

xvi, 287 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

General Note:

Previous edition: Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill/Open University Press, 2011.

Contents:

Section 1: Principles of epidemiology -- Section 2: Epidemiological research studies -- Section 3: Epidemiology in public health.

Abstract:

"This popular book introduces the principles, methods and application of epidemiology for improving health and survival. The book assists readers in applying basic epidemiological methods to measure health outcomes, identifying risk factors for a negative outcome, and evaluating health interventions and health services. The book also helps to distinguish between strong and poor epidemiological evidence; an ability that is fundamental to promoting evidence-based health care. This new edition has been carefully updated with a more examples and activities that encourage application of principles to a range of disciplines." -- Provided by publisher.

Subject Term:

Epidemiology.

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Summary

Epidemiology is integral to public health. This book introduces the principles, methods and application of epidemiology for improving health and survival. It is designed for self-directed learning by students and all who work in public health and health-related areas, including health economists, health policy analysts, and health services managers.

Using this book will help you to practice the application of basic epidemiological methods to measure health outcomes, identify risk factors for a negative outcome, and evaluate health interventions and health services. The book helps to distinguish between strong and poor epidemiological evidence, an ability that is fundamental to promoting evidence-based health care.

This 3rd edition has been revised to include:

- A new section on the historical development of epidemiology
- New infographics and figures to help visualise concepts
- Contemporary health issues explored through examples and exercises
- More activities for self-testing
- A new final integrating chapter with real-life examples, such as the Zika outbreak, linking research to implementation

Introduction to Epidemiology 3rd edition is an essential resource on a fascinating area that is crucial to an understanding of public health.

Series Editors : Rosalind Plowman and Nicki Thorogood.