Public Health Administration: Principles for Population-Based Management
Public Health Administration: Principles for Population-Based Management

Author: Lloyd F. Novick

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2008-03-03

Total Pages: 821

ISBN-13: 1449662722

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New Edition Available 8/15/2013 This shorter, more user-friendly edition of Public Health Administration: Principles for Population-Based Management will provide your students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and skills essential to successful public health administration. The second edition has been thoroughly revised and includes new information on the Healthy People 2010 objectives as well as two new chapters on bioterrorism and emergency preparedness; and public health systems research. The chapter on public health law has been thoroughly revised by the nation’s top public health law expert. Other updates include coverage of the most recent reports issued by the Institute of Medicine as well as analysis on the relationships between public health and the healthcare services with a particular focus on the uninsured.

The Future of Public Health
The Future of Public Health

Author: Committee for the Study of the Future of Public Health

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1988-01-15

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 0309581907

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"The Nation has lost sight of its public health goals and has allowed the system of public health to fall into 'disarray'," from The Future of Public Health. This startling book contains proposals for ensuring that public health service programs are efficient and effective enough to deal not only with the topics of today, but also with those of tomorrow. In addition, the authors make recommendations for core functions in public health assessment, policy development, and service assurances, and identify the level of government--federal, state, and local--at which these functions would best be handled.

Introduction to Public Health
Introduction to Public Health

Author: Raymond L. Goldsteen, DrPH

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2024-01-20

Total Pages: 421

ISBN-13: 0826186157

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The third edition of Introduction to Public Health has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to recalibrate how public health is organized, financed, and planned in the 21st century. Written by experienced public health practitioners and academics, this foundational resource presents a thorough overview of the US public health system from its origins to current state and future directions, and examines the new outlook for students seeking careers in this dynamic and exciting field. The textbook offers a sweeping examination of topics such as infectious disease control, injury prevention and noninfectious diseases, system performance and improvement, and public health leadership and communication. Emphasis is placed on efficiency, effectiveness, and equity for public health leaders to garner public support for evidence-based programs and develop a stronger, well-financed public health infrastructure to achieve population health improvements. An engaging narrative that is richly illustrated, Introduction to Public Health will challenge and inspire the next generation of public health leaders and practitioners to tackle the complex issues facing us today. Key Features Provides a comprehensive review of the public health system that remains succinct and accessible Ties public health origins to current public health challenges facing the field in the 21st century Identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the public health system as revealed over the course of the pandemic, suggesting future directions for growth and improvement “Did You Know?” boxes, “Key Ideas”, review questions, and links to outside resources clarify key concepts and offer opportunities for generative learning activities Addresses updates to the recently revised 10 Essential Public Health Services and relevant CEPH competencies Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers, and qualified instructors also have access to a full suite of instructor resources, including a detailed Instructor Manual with learning activities and case studies, PowerPoints, and Test Bank through an LMS course cartridge