Case Studies in Public Health: A Comprehensive Guide

Case Studies in Public Health is a collection of influential moments in medicine and epidemiology, showcasing a wide range of public health issues that define the New Public Health (NPH). This book covers not only traditional public health aspects such as sanitation, hygiene, and infectious disease control but also the broader perspective of health care services organization, financing, and quality.

Each case study is presented systematically to facilitate learning, including the case itself, background information, current relevance, economic issues, ethical considerations, conclusions, recommendations, and references. This valuable resource is ideal for advanced students and researchers seeking specialized knowledge in public health, epidemiology, medicine, anthropology, and sociology.

By exploring the history of public health through significant scientific events and flashpoints, this book provides a clear and direct understanding of how lessons from the past can be applied to present and future research. The systematic approach used in the case studies helps readers understand the importance of learning from history and applying those lessons to current and future challenges in public health.

With 604 pages of comprehensive information, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the development and future of public health. Published by Academic Press, it offers a wealth of knowledge and insights into the evolution of public health and its continued relevance in today’s world.

Dimensions: 6 x 1.4 x 9 inches

Language: English

ISBN-10: 012804571X

ISBN-13: 978-0128045718