Book description
Translating the evidence from the bedside to populations
This sixth edition of the best-selling Epidemiology,
Evidence-based Medicine and Public Health Lecture Notes equips
students and health professionals with the basic tools required to
learn, practice and teach epidemiology and health prevention in a
contemporary setting.
The first section, 'Epidemiology', introduces the fundamental
principles and scientific basis behind work to improve the health of
populations, including a new chapter on genetic epidemiology. Applying
the current and best scientific evidence to treatment at both
individual and population level is intrinsically linked to
epidemiology and public health, and has been introduced in a brand new
second section: 'Evidence-based Medicine' (EBM), with advice on how to
incorporate EBM principles into your own practice. The third section,
'Public Health', introduces students to public health practice,
including strategies and tools used to prevent disease, prolong life,
reduce inequalities, and includes global health.
Thoroughly updated throughout, including new studies and cases from
around the globe, key learning features include:
- Learning objectives and key points in every chapter
- Extended coverage of critical appraisal and data interpretation
- A brand new self-assessment section of SAQs and 'True/False'
questions for each topic
- A glossary to quickly identify the meaning of key terms, all of
which are highlighted for study and exam preparation
- Further reading suggestions on each topic
Whether approaching these topics for the first time, starting a
special study module or placement, or looking for a quick-reference
summary, this book offers medical students, junior doctors, and public
health students an invaluable collection of theoretical and practical information.
Yoav Ben-Shlomo
is Professor of Clinical Epidemiology, School of Social and Community
Medicine, University of Bristol
Sara T. Brookes
is Senior Lecturer in Health Services Research & Medical
Statistics, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol
Matthew Hickman
is Professor in Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Social and
Community Medicine, University of Bristol
