Epidemiology Foundations
The Science of Public Health
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Beschreibung
Written by Peter J. Fos--an expert in epidemiology with morethan twenty years teaching experience--Epidemiology Foundationsoffers an ideal introduction to the theory and practice of publichealth epidemiology. This important text discusses both thehistorical perspective and future trends of epidemiology, reviewshealth and disease, and explains how they are measured. The book'soverview of epidemiological studies shows how they are used inpractice. Epidemiology Foundations takes a social and communityperspective and includes information about global diseases andepidemics.
Emphasis on concepts such as population health, socialdeterminants, and global health make this book especiallyinteresting and accessible to those new to the subject. Eachchapter is supplemented with problem-solving exercises and researchassignments to aid readers in understanding its epidemiologyprinciples. Reflecting and expanding on recommendations of theAssociation of American Colleges and Universities, EpidemiologyFoundations is the ideal text for any course introducingepidemiology in public health.
Autor*in
Peter J. Fos
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