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Public health & preventive medicine

Paperback. Assistive technology and telecare are of increasing importance in government policy on healthcare provision. This report provides a comprehensive review and analysis of current policy and practice, as well as making recommendations for the future. Editor(s): Brownsell, Simon; Bradley, David; Porteus, Jeremy. Num Pages: 100 pages, 6ill.13figs.29tabs. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 296 x 210 x 10. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
100
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861344625
ISBN
9781861344625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.81

Paperback. Focusing on the role of public health services in promoting health and correcting the "disease" of social inequality, this reader brings together writings from Richard Titmuss's work on health. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 port. BIC Classification: 1DB; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 172 x 16. Weight in Grams: 452.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861345608
ISBN
9781861345608
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.78

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348975
ISBN
9781861348975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 33.01

Paperback. This reader provides two centuries of historical context to debates on health inequality. Extracts from classic texts, information about authors and an introduction draw together important themes of change and continuity. It is a key text for students on a range of policy courses and an excellent resource for anyone interested in poverty. Editor(s): Davey-Smith, George; Dorling, Daniel; Shaw, Mary. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 464 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, portraits. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; JFFA; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 173 x 26. Weight in Grams: 778.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342119
ISBN
9781861342119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 43.93

paperback. This book examines the relationship between health and domestic violence. In a qualitative study of the attitudes of health professionals and the women with whom they come into contact, it gives voice to a range of issues which urgently need to be addressed providing guidance for training and practice, as well as recommendations for policy makers. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE3; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 409.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342157
ISBN
9781861342157
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 33.01

Hardback. Helps practicing psychologists and professional graduate students in developing expertise in clinical health psychology. This volume provides an overview of the roles and functions of clinical health psychologists as well as the education, training, personal, and professional issues involved. It includes discussion of psychometric instruments. Num Pages: 316 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH9; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 603.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
American Psychological Association United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
SKU
V9781433803789
ISBN
9781433803789
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.95

Hardback. The lives of people with disease and disability are affected not only by their conditions but by public response to these conditions in the form of stigma and discrimination. Making sense of this injustice is the focus of this book. Editor(s): Corrigan, Patrick W. Num Pages: 312 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; MBNH9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 767.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
American Psychological Association United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9781433815836
ISBN
9781433815836
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 81.99
€ 80.09

hardcover. People-centred public health provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of policy, practice and research in how members of the public can be involved in delivering health improvement as volunteers or lay health workers, drawing on a major study of lay engagement in public health, and using case studies and real life examples. Series: Evidence for Public Health Practice. Num Pages: 232 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, 11 black & white tables, 24 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: MBN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 18. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447305316
ISBN
9781447305316
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.70

Paperback. This volume guides readers on practical and theoretical considerations in conducting focus group research. Separate chapters are devoted to writing focus group methods and presenting findings. Strategies for assessing the quality of focus group research are included and case study examples of field research are provided throughout. Series: Understanding Statistics. Num Pages: 230 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JM; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 286.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
230
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199856169
ISBN
9780199856169
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.21

Paperback. This collection, written by leading health policy researchers, examines the role that case-studies play in British health policy, covering key health policy literatures in the policy process, analytical frameworks and seminal moments of the NHS. Editor(s): Exworthy, Mark; Peckham, Stephen; Powell, Martin; Hann, Alison. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBN; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 173 x 20. Weight in Grams: 640.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847427571
ISBN
9781847427571
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 40.17

Paperback. Now in an updated and expanded new edition, The Nutritionist: Food, Nutrition, and Optimal Health, 2nd Edition, provides readers with vital information about how to simply but radically improve their daily lives with the science of nutrition, balance their diets to achieve more energy, and improve health and longevity. Num Pages: 388 pages, 71 black & white illustrations, 72 black & white tables, 6 black & white halftones, 65 bl. BIC Classification: MBNH3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 262 x 134 x 64. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
388
Condition
New
SKU
V9780789034243
ISBN
9780789034243
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.40

hardcover. Commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) and written by international experts who provide consensus views on the most important issues related to allergic hypersensitivities. Editor(s): Vos, Johannes G. Num Pages: 368 pages, 64 black & white tables. BIC Classification: MBNS; MJCM1; PSBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 689.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780849392269
ISBN
9780849392269
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.71

Paperback. This book uses engaging narratives to illustrate that mental illnesses are not only problems individuals face but problems that need to be understood and treated globally at the social and cultural levels. Editor(s): Kohrt, Brandon A.; Mendenhall, Emily. Series: Anthropology and Global Public Health. Num Pages: 450 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHM; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Left Coast Press Inc United States
Number of pages
389
Condition
New
SKU
V9781611329247
ISBN
9781611329247
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.21

While the subject of climate change is often in the news and social media, and its realities debated in various arenas of science and government, the health impacts are often overlooked. Here, two seasoned physicians dispel myths, clarify science, and help readers understand the threats of environmental change to human health. Num Pages: 180 pages, 3 black & white halftones, 3 tables. BIC Classification: MBN; VFB; VXH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442243187
ISBN
9781442243187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.02

Paperback. In this well-researched book, established author John McKenna turns his attention to how you can prevent cancer, exploring the pivotal role played by your environment, diet and stress levels. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MBN; MJCL; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 216 x 25. Weight in Grams: 264.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Gill & Macmillan Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9780717161102
ISBN
9780717161102
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.97

Hardcover. In Eat Yourself Beautiful, international model and nutritional therapist Rosanna Davison shares her recipes to help you look and feel amazing. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: MBNH3; VFMD; WBH; WBJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 247 x 25. Weight in Grams: 836.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Gill & Macmillan Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9780717166992
ISBN
9780717166992
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.53

Paperback. After explaining how miscommunication has led to dozens of aircraft disasters, the author proposes innovative solutions for prevention - such as a visual communication system and a computerized voice mechanism to help clear up confusing language. Num Pages: 176 pages, 18 line drawings. BIC Classification: GTC; KNGV; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 234.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226132013
ISBN
9780226132013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 28.96

Paperback. Presents a collection of representative historical texts that serve to trace and to illuminate the development of conceptions, policies, and treatments in public health from the dawn of Western civilization through the Progressive Era of the early twentieth century. This book provides annotated readings and biographical details. Editor(s): Schneider, Dona; Lilienfeld, David E. Num Pages: 770 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; MBX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1060.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Rutgers University Press United States
Number of pages
770
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813542324
ISBN
9780813542324
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.41
€ 58.90

Paperback. A Shocking Expose of the Irish Health System Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; MBNH; MBP; MJCJ3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 176. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Hachette Books Ireland
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KTG0017837
ISBN
9780340951323
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

paperback. Through ninety-five interviews with primary care physicians (PCPs) working in different settings, as well as medical students and residents, this book provides insight into the everyday lives of generalist physicians in the early twenty-first century - their work, stresses, hopes, expectations, and values. Series Editor(s): Apple, Rima D.; Golden, Janet. Series: Critical Issues in Health and Medicine Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Rutgers University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780813546766
ISBN
9780813546766
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.95

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