Fundamentals of Epidemiology

Fundamentals of Epidemiology is a textbook that provides students with a strong understanding of both the principles and real-world applications of public health. It offers an applied approach, demonstrating epidemiological concepts in action in various settings, and prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of the field. The textbook covers key concepts such as descriptive epidemiology, surveillance, analytic epidemiology, study designs, effect measure modification, systematic and random error, and data analysis and modeling. It also includes thoughtful public health examples, scenarios, and descriptions that foster an investigative mindset and problem-solving approach. With abundant illustrations, historical vignettes, case examples, and practice problems, the textbook prepares students to think like an epidemiologist and equip them with the fundamentals essential for careers in public health, medicine, nursing, and other health professions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 407 pages
Publication date: 28 December 2023
Publisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc

Epidemiology is a fundamental discipline that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of both the principles and practical applications of public health. Its applied approach, showcasing epidemiological concepts in real-world scenarios across various settings, uniquely prepares individuals for the challenges and opportunities within this dynamic field. This engaging textbook fosters a strong knowledge base by exploring the history of epidemiology, its core concepts, and critical thinking about public health topics. It further introduces other foundational concepts, such as descriptive epidemiology, surveillance, analytic epidemiology, study designs, effect measure modification, systematic and random error, and data analysis and modeling. The textbook progresses from chapter to chapter, reinforcing key concepts and their practical applications while addressing common mistakes made by novice epidemiologists. It incorporates thoughtful public health examples, scenarios, and descriptions that encourage an investigative mindset and problem-solving approach. With abundant illustrations, historical vignettes, case examples, and practice problems covering topics such as social determinants of health, infectious disease, epidemiology's applications to policy, and more, this textbook equips students with the fundamentals necessary for careers in public health, medicine, nursing, and other health professions.

Key Features:
• Provides a more logical sequence for learning epidemiology, with iterative learning strategies designed to reinforce key concepts.
• Incorporates real-world examples and scenarios to enhance understanding and application of epidemiological principles.
• Emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, essential for addressing public health challenges.
• Offers a comprehensive coverage of various topics, including social determinants of health, infectious disease, and epidemiology's role in policy.
• Includes abundant illustrations, historical vignettes, and practice problems to facilitate learning and retention.
• Supports the development of an investigative mindset and prepares students for careers in public health, medicine, nursing, and other health professions.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780826166937