Introduction to Epidemiology

3. Auflage 2017
ISBN: 978-0-335-24317-4
Verlag: Open University Press

Buch, Englisch, 0 Seiten, Format (B × H): 170 mm x 240 mm, Gewicht: 534 g

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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Carneiro, Ilona

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Soziale Arbeit/Sozialpädagogik Soziale Dienste, Soziale Organisationen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

PART I: Principles of epidemiology

1 Understanding epidemiology

2 Measuring outcome frequency

3 Measuring association and effect

4 Interpreting associations

PART II: Epidemiological research studies

5 Study design and analysis

6 Descriptive epidemiology

7 Analytical studies

8 Intervention studies

PART III: Epidemiology in Public Health

9 Prevention Strategies

10 Public health surveillance

11 Epidemiology in practice

Über Autor(innen)

Ilona Carneiro has undertaken research and teaching in infectious disease epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK, for over twenty years. During this time she has led the development of epidemiology courses and designed materials for teaching and assessment.