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Public Health 101: Improving Community Health, 4th Edition
Public Health 101: Improving Community Health, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for undergraduate students and educators in the field of public health. This book provides a big-picture, population perspective on the determinants of health and disease, offering essential tools to protect and promote health.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory public health courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of public health, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of population health principles.
History and Editions
The 4th edition of Public Health 101 has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on community involvement and providing community-based services. This edition examines the full range of options for intervention, including the use of the healthcare system, public health systems, and society-wide systems such as laws and taxation. The book has been a trusted resource for over two decades, with each edition refining its approach to meet the evolving needs of public health education.
Author and Other Works
Richard Riegelman, MD, MPH, PhD, and Brenda Kirkwood, MPH, DrPH, are the authors of Public Health 101. Richard Riegelman is known for his expertise in public health policy and his ability to explain complex concepts clearly. Brenda Kirkwood brings her experience in public health education to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant. Both authors have contributed significantly to the field of public health through their research and educational materials.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover with Access Code: ISBN-13: 9781284230383
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781284298406 (available through VitalSource)
- Other Editions and Formats:
- eBook: Available through VitalSource (ISBN-13: 9781284298406)
- Offline Access: Accessible anytime and anywhere with built-in study tools like highlights and more (VitalSource)
- Global Search: Search across book content, figures, and workbook (VitalSource)
Publication Details
- Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
- Publication Date: 2023
- Number of Pages: Varies by format (hardcover includes access code)
- Language: English
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- Master of Public Health Competencies: A Case Study Approach: By Anthony J. Santella (ISBN-13: 9781626230420)
- Novick & Morrow's Public Health Administration: Principles for Population-Based Management: By James A. Johnson and Leiyu Shi (ISBN-13: 9781626230437)
- Essentials of Health Policy and Law (Essential Public Health): By Joel B. Teitelbaum and Sara E. Wilensky (ISBN-13: 9781626230444)
- Turnock's Public Health: What It Is and How It Works: By Guthrie S. Birkhead, Cynthia B. Morrow, and Sylvia Pirani (ISBN-13: 9781626230451)
- Essentials of Public Health (Essential Public Health): By Guthrie S. Birkhead, Cynthia B. Morrow, and Sylvia Pirani (ISBN-13: 9781626230468)
- Public Health: An Introduction to the Science and Practice of Population Health: By Sandro Galea MD MPH DrPH, James M. Shultz PhD MS, and Lisa Sullivan PhD MA (ISBN-13: 9781626230475)
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