Epidemiology for Dummies - Paperback

by Amal K. Mitra (Author)

Become a disease detective with this easy-to-understand resource

Epidemiology For Dummies is packed with key concepts, practical applications, and real-life examples in the study of disease transmission and control. It's a must-have for students in all public-health-related fields, and for curious learners, too. This Dummies guide will help you conquer even the trickiest epidemiological concepts. In this introduction to the fascinating, complex science, you'll learn--in terms anyone can understand--all the basic principles of epidemiology, plus how those concepts translate to public health outcomes and policy decisions.

• Learn the basic principles and concepts of epidemiology
• Discover real-world examples and public health threats
• Understand the complex social factors that influence health
• Embark on a public health career or just pass your epidemiology course

Anyone who wants or needs to understand the fundamentals of epidemiology and the science behind public health will love Epidemiology For Dummies.

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Become a "disease detective" with epidemiology

Are you studying epidemiology in college or are you a concerned citizen who wants to understand the causes and effects of disease in your community? In Epidemiology For Dummies, you'll get easy-to-follow help learning about the crucial aspects of public health. From epidemiology's basic concepts to the most up-to-date descriptions of contemporary epidemiologic methods, this handy guide gets you up to speed with real-world examples and the latest public statistics. You'll also find out about disease prevention and how to properly read a scientific study in your favorite medical journal.

Inside...

• Understand epidemiological basics
• Examine disease causation
• Find out how to prevent disease
• Discover disease surveillance methods
• Investigate outbreaks
• Spot disease patterns
• Make essential calculations
• Interpret scientific studies

Author Biography

Amal K. Mitra, MD, DrPH, is an internationally recognized scientist and public health leader with more than 25 years of experience in higher education and health research. He is a Professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Jackson State University in Mississippi.