Public Health and Epidemiology at a Glance

Public Health and Epidemiology at a Glance
ISBN-10
1118999320
ISBN-13
9781118999325
Series
Public Health and Epidemiology at a Glance
Category
Medical
Pages
128
Language
English
Published
2016-08-08
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Authors
Rob Anderson, Margaret Somerville, K. Kumaran

Description

Public Health and Epidemiology at a Glance is a highly visual introduction to the key concepts and major themes of population health. With comprehensive coverage of all the core topics covered at medical school, it helps students understand the determinants of health and their study, from personal lifestyle choices and behaviour, to environmental, social and economic factors. This fully updated new edition features: • More coverage of audit and quality improvement techniques • Brand new sections on maternal and child health, and health of older people • New chapters on social determinants of health and guideline development • Expanded self-assessment material This accessible guide is an invaluable resource for medical and healthcare students, junior doctors, and those preparing for a career in epidemiology and public health.

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