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Yoav Ben-Shlomo - Epidemiology, Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health - 9781444334784 - V9781444334784
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Epidemiology, Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health

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Description for Epidemiology, Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health Paperback. An introduction to the core principles of epidemiology and public health, presented in the well-known Lecture Notes format, this new edition is thoroughly updated throughout with new studies and cases from around the globe. Series: Lecture Notes. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 173 x 13. Weight in Grams: 472.

Translating the evidence from the bedside to populations

This sixth edition of the best-selling Epidemiology, Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health Lecture Notes equips students and health professionals with the basic tools required to learn, practice and teach epidemiology and health prevention in a contemporary setting.

The first section, 'Epidemiology', introduces the fundamental principles and scientific basis behind work to improve the health of populations, including a new chapter on genetic epidemiology. Applying the current and best scientific evidence to treatment at both individual and population level is intrinsically linked to epidemiology and public health, and has been introduced in a ... Read more

Thoroughly updated throughout, including new studies and cases from around the globe, key learning features include:

  • Learning objectives and key points in every chapter
  • Extended coverage of critical appraisal and data interpretation
  • A brand new self-assessment section of SAQs and 'True/False' questions for each topic
  • A glossary to quickly identify the meaning of key terms, all of which are highlighted for study and exam preparation
  • Further reading suggestions on each topic

Whether approaching these topics for the first time, starting a special study module or placement, or looking for a quick-reference summary, this book offers medical students, junior doctors, and public health students an invaluable collection of theoretical and practical information.

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Product Details

Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Series
Lecture Notes
Condition
New
Weight
472g
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781444334784
SKU
V9781444334784
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-2

About Yoav Ben-Shlomo
Yoav Ben-Shlomo is Professor of Clinical Epidemiology, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol. Sara T. Brookes is Senior Lecturer in Health Services Research & Medical Statistics, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol. Matthew Hickman is Professor in Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol. ... Read more

Reviews for Epidemiology, Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health
This introductory overview for pre-med and medical students, public health students, and junior doctors sets out key concepts, processes, measurements, and types of studies in epidemiology, and outlines major elements of evidence-based medicine, with chapters on diagnosis, prognosis, effectiveness, systematic reviews and meta-analysis, health economics, and research ethics. Final chapters on public health discuss healthcare inequalities. This sixth edition contains ... Read more

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