Communicable diseases are the main health problem encountered in developing countries. By grouping diseases by means of transmission and covering principles of epidemiology for each disease, this textbook addresses both basic principles and advanced concepts, illustrated with focus boxes, bullet lists and figures.
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Communicable diseases are the main health problem encountered in developing countries, whether they are food-borne, respiratory or transmitted by insects, but are quickly becoming a global issue. By grouping diseases by means of transmission and covering principles of epidemiology for each disease, this textbook addresses both basic principles and advanced concepts, illustrated with focus boxes, bullet lists and figures. This fourth edition of "Communicable Disease Epidemiology and Control" is fully updated throughout and includes new chapters on integrated disease management and the increased risks of disease among pregnant women. The latest research on the control of communicable diseases is included, assisting in identifying the best method of control. An essential resource for students and lecturers in public health and medical sciences, this book will also assist doctors and health workers in their management of this fast-changing area. It is suitable for students and lecturers in public health and medical sciences, doctors and health workers.
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General info
Publisher & Imprint:
CABI Publishing
Edition details
4th Revised edition
City:
Wallingford
Edition:
REV
Pages:
344
More info:
height 246 mm
width 189 mm
weight 940 gr
thickness 18 mm
Subject Indexing & Classification
Dewey:(DC23) 616.9
Library of Congress Subject: Communicable Diseases - epidemiology
Departments:
Infectious & contagious diseases; Public health & preventive medicine;
Record updated at:
28 April, 2013
time:
20:52
Summary
Communicable Diseases
1. Elements of Communicable Diseases; 2. Communicable Disease Theory; 3. Control Principles and Methods; 4. Control Strategy and Organization; 5. Notification and Health Regulations; 6. Classification of Communicable Diseases; 7. Diseases of Poor Hygiene; 8. Faecal Oral Diseases; 9. Food borne Diseases; 10. Diseases of Soil Contact; 11. Diseases of Water Contact; 12. Skin Infections; 13. Respiratory Diseases and Other Airborne Transmitted Infections; 14. Diseases Transmitted via Body Fluids; 15. Insect Borne Diseases; 16. Ectoparasite Zoonoses; 17. Domestic and Synanthropic Zoonoses; 18. Pregnancy and Infection; 19. New and Emerging Diseases; 20. List of Communicable Diseases.
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