Skin Disorders in Vulnerable Populations: Causes, Impacts and Challenges

This book explores neglected skin diseases and conditions in resource-poor countries, focusing on livelihoods and the impact on individuals and communities. It examines why these diseases thrive, considers unique vulnerabilities, and explores past and present efforts to combat them. It is a valuable resource for health service planners, administrators, practitioners, and researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 179 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of neglected skin diseases and conditions in resource-poor countries, shedding light on their profound impact on livelihoods and overall well-being. These diseases, often overlooked, not only affect the skin but also hinder joint movement and physical appearance, severely affecting the lives and livelihoods of individuals and families in vulnerable communities. By examining the interplay between livelihoods and access to healthcare, the book seeks to understand the underlying factors that contribute to the prevalence of neglected skin diseases in these regions.

Guided by three central questions, the research aims to unravel the complexities of this cycle. Firstly, it explores why certain measures have succeeded in one part of a population while failing in another. Secondly, it examines the unique characteristics of vulnerable populations across different parts of the world. Lastly, it explores the potential for breaking the debilitating cycle of skin diseases and conditions in resource-poor countries.

To address these concerns, the book delves into a comprehensive examination of past and present public health efforts aimed at combating these diseases. It considers the influence of culture and livelihoods on disease outcomes and reviews significant milestones in disease elimination and eradication. Moreover, the book provides valuable insights for health service planners, administrators, practitioners, graduate students, and researchers in the field of public health.

By offering a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective, this book serves as an indispensable resource for those dedicated to improving the health and livelihoods of vulnerable populations afflicted by neglected skin diseases.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811538810
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020