Health on the Internet [Paperback]

Denis Anthony Anthony (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0632040726 | ISBN-13: 978-0632040728 | Publication Date: January 15, 1996 | Edition: 1

This book provides an introduction to the Internet for nurses and health-care professionals. It looks at forms of electronic communications across the massive international network, and includes a review of services specific to health care, as well as email information, technical issues and details about the World Wide Web. The up-to-date material considers current developments in information systems within clinical areas, professional bodies,and health authorities and Trusts (including the World Health Organisation, Royal College of Nursing, English National Board and Department of Health). Health on the Information Superhighway is an essential guide for health-care professionals and students who are interested in learning more about the Internet.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book provides a useful introduction to the Internet and some of the health resources available. It offers a well-structured introduction for new Internet users, and pointers for more experienced users."

"The book has something for everyone who recognises the potential implications of the Internet for health care and wants to find out more."
Nursing Standard, 1997

"This is an excellent book and will be invaluable to anyone in the health care field who uses a computer."
Philip Burnard, European Nurse, 1998

“Health on the Internet provides a valuable introduction to the Internet and its resources.”
Journal of Librarianship and Information Science

From the Back Cover

All those involved with health care should be aware of the implications of the Internet and how it improves communication so that they may determine the best way of utilising this invaluable resource. This book provides an introduction to the Internet for nurses and health care professionals. It looks at forms of electronic communications across the massive international network, and includes a review of services specific to health care as well as email information, technical issues and details about the World Wide Web. The up-to-date material considers current developments in information systems within clinical areas, professional bodies and health authorities and Trusts, including the World Health Organisation, Royal College of Nursing, English National Board and Department of Health. Health on the Information Superhighway is an essential guide for all health care professionals and students who are interested in learning more about the

Product Details

• Paperback: 158 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (January 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0632040726
• ISBN-13: 978-0632040728
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,630,818 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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