Epidemiology :A Very Short Introduction - Very Short Introductions
Epidemiology :A Very Short Introduction - Very Short Introductions
paperback
Published:
25 February, 2010
paperback
Published:
25 February, 2010
Standard worldwide delivery by
Tue, June 16 - Fri, June 19
Order within
0
Popular Books by Rodolfo Saracci
View All Books by Rodolfo Saracci
Description
What is epidemiology? What are the causes of a new disease? How can pandemics be prevented? Epidemiology is the study of the changing patterns of disease and its main aim is to improve the health of populations. It's a vital field, central to the health of society, to the identification of causes of disease, and to their management and prevention. Epidemiology has had an impact on many areas of medicine; from discovering the relationship between tobacco smoking and lung cancer, to the origin and spread of new epidemics. However, it is often poorly understood, largely due to misrepresentations in the media. In this Very Short Introduction Rodolfo Saracci dispels some of the myths surrounding the study of epidemiology. He provides a general explanation of the principles behind clinical trials, and explains the nature of basic statistics concerning disease. He also looks at the ethical and political issues related to obtaining and using information concerning patients, and trials involving placebos. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780199543335 |
| ISBN10 | 019954333X |
| Number Of Pages | 160 |
| Item Weight | 147 g |
| Product Dimensions | 112 x 174 x 9 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Oxford University Press |
| Format | paperback |
See More +
GoodReads Reviews
Author's Bio
Rodolfo Saracci is Honorary Director of research in epidemiology with the Italian National Research Council and Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Arhus, Denmark. He holds postgraduate diplomas in internal medicine and medical statistics. He has worked at the World Health Organisation (WHO) for nearly thirty years and has published over 180 peer-reviewed papers.