Infectious Disease Epidemiology: Theory and Practice (Hardcover)

by Kenrad E., M.D. Nelson (Author), Carolyn Masters, Ph.D. Williams (Author), Neil M. H. Graham (Author)

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"...the authors should be congratulated. Anyone wishing to learn the fundamentals principles of infectious disease epidemiology, this book is for them." -- The Epidemiology Monitor, October 2000

"This book brings together an impressive array of subject matter..." -- International Journal of Epidemiology

Product Description
This comprehensive resource applies the fundamentals of epidemiology to the study of infectious diseases (ID). In the first section, readers will learn about basic epidemiologic methods for the study of ID plus be introduced to newer techniques like geographical information systems, mathematical modeling, and genetic laboratory tools. In the second section, the book covers major infectious diseases to illustrate both the range of techniques and issues vital to epidemiologists, and to highlight those diseases that have a major impact on health around the world. These include diseases of high mortality and morbidity such as malaria, HIV, STDs, diarrhea, and those with unique epidemiology such as parasitic diseases and Lyme disease. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 748 pages
• Publisher: Aspen Publishers (July 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 083421766X
• ISBN-13: 978-0834217669
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,055,832 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent, detailed overview for both experts and novices, November 21, 2000

By	Dr. Al "(The Gadget Guy)" (Baltimore, MD USA) - See all my reviews

This text is an excellent textbook for both infectious disease professionals and for students of infectious disease epidemiology. Nelson and colleagues cover a range of essential topics from a survey of important historical epidemics to study designs for infectious disease investigations. The first part of the text covers ID epidemiology background and methodology, whereas the second focuses on specific diseases as examples of different transmission modalities. TB, HIV and Influenza are among the pathogens discussed in great detail. Chapters are written by experts in their respective fields, making this textbook not only authoritative, but also up-to-date in scope and content. Many of the authors are affiliated with the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health or the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. "Infectious Disease Epidemiology" is extremely readable, and serves as an excellent reference tool. I highly recommend it.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Plenty of facts, November 22, 2008

By	wisarc - See all my reviews

This review is from: Infectious Disease Epidemiology: Theory And Practice (Hardcover)

I haven't read the whole book yet but am a little surprised at how many typographical/editing errors I've noticed. The vaccine chapter is quite out of date for a book copyright 2007. On the whole, though, it's a readable book by people who seem to be recognized authorities.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Epidemiology of Infectious Disease, September 29, 2008

By	C. McKnight "Godz Doc" (Northeast, TN) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Infectious Disease Epidemiology (Paperback)

I am pleased with my recent purchase. The book is in excellent condition and I was able to save 75% off what my university bookstore's selling price!