Contemporary Public Health: Principles, Practice, and Policy

Public health is the management and prevention of disease within a population by promoting healthy behaviors and environments. This comprehensive volume provides an overview of the field, emphasizing the need for effective services. It is designed as a supplemental text for introductory courses in public health practice and addresses essential topics such as the social and ecological determinants of health, marginalized populations, community-oriented primary care, services and systems research, accreditation, and the organizational landscape of the American public health system. It also examines international public health and explores the potential of systems based on multilevel partnerships.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2021
Publisher: The University Press of Kentucky

The realm of public health encompasses the comprehensive management and proactive prevention of diseases within a population, aiming to elevate the overall well-being of individuals. In this comprehensive volume, esteemed editor James W. Holsinger Jr. collaborates with a distinguished panel of scholars and practitioners to provide a concise yet comprehensive overview of this rapidly evolving field. The authors emphasize the urgent need for effective public health services, particularly in the face of emerging challenges.

Designed as a supplemental text for introductory courses in public health practice at the undergraduate and graduate levels, Contemporary Public Health offers a rich historical backdrop that contextualizes the current state of the field and explores the pressing issues faced by practitioners. It delves into fundamental topics such as the social and ecological determinants of health, their profound impact on practice, the challenges faced by marginalized populations, the significance of community-oriented primary care, the importance of services and systems research, accreditation processes, and the organizational landscape of the American public health system.

Furthermore, the text explores international public health, emphasizing the potential of systems based on multilevel partnerships involving government, academic, and nonprofit organizations. With fresh historical and methodological analyses conducted by an impressive group of distinguished authors, this text serves as an invaluable resource for practitioners, health advocates, and students alike. By delving into these critical aspects of public health, Contemporary Public Health equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to address the complex health challenges of our time and contribute to the creation of a healthier and more equitable society.

Weight: 504g
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780813180779