Global Health 101, Third Edition: A Comprehensive Introduction to Critical Issues in Global Health

Rated as the best introductory Global Health text for undergraduates by an independent panel, Global Health 101, Third Edition is a clear, concise, and user-friendly introduction to the most critical issues in global health. This extensively revised edition offers new and updated information, while maintaining its hallmark clarity, simplicity, and ease of use for faculty and students.

Global Health 101 illustrates key themes with an extensive set of case studies, examples, and the latest evidence. Particular attention is given to the health-development link, to developing countries, and to the health needs of poor and disadvantaged people. This edition presents unique content on key topics that are often insufficiently covered in introductory materials, including:

• immunization
• adolescent health
• child health, with special attention given to immunizations
• health disparities
• nutrition, including the Global Nutrition Report of November 2014 and the Lancet Series on Maternal and Child Nutrition of 2013
• pharmaceuticals

This comprehensive textbook includes:

• a new chapter on Adolescent Health, an important but largely uncovered topic in the existing Global Health literature
• an expanded chapter on Child Health, with special attention given to immunizations
• expanded coverage throughout on the topic of health disparities
• more than 25 additional Policy and Program briefs that cover a range of key topics
• Interactive practice activities, including study questions
• Pre-loaded assessments, including chapter quizzes, mid-terms, and a final exam
• An expansive package of instructor materials, including sample syllabi, model policy briefs, a case study for discussion for each of the core chapters of the book, and an extensive bibliography of global health references organized by chapter

With Navigate 2 Advantage Access, students and faculty can enjoy a comprehensive, interactive eBook with embedded video links, knowledge checks, and end-of-chapter quizzes.

Published by Jones & Bartlett Learning, Global Health 101, Third Edition is available in a New Edition, with 576 pages, and an ISBN-13 of 9781284050547. The publication date is 08/18/2015.