Oxford Textbook of Public Health (3-Volume Set) [Hardcover]

Roger Detels (Editor), James McEwen (Editor), Robert Beaglehole (Editor), Heizo Tanaka (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0192630415 | ISBN-13: 978-0192630414 | Publication Date: May 15, 2002 | Edition: 4

The Oxford Textbook of Public Health, Fourth Edition is unique in its presentation of the breadth and depth of the complex, dynamic field of public health. To accomplish this goal the textbook is divided into three volumes. The first volume presents the scope of public health, the second presents the methods of public health, and the third presents the practice of public health. This fourth edition has been fully updated and the scope has been expanded to include issues relevant to developing countries. It also presents the perspective of public leaders, including the Director General of the World Health Organisation, on strategies to resolve these existing and anticipated public health problems. The textbook tackles such difficult issues as how to prioritize disparate public health problems, how to identify and implement cost effective strategies, the need for mobilizing the community through community involvement and the need for a comprehensive rather than an issue/disease oriented approach for the resolution of public health problems. The Oxford Textbook of Public Health is a comprehensive reference source for public health professionals, academics and postgraduate students, and provides insights into public health for those outside the field, but who need access to its expertise. It should be included in every comprehensive library serving the health field and be on the shelf of every public health practitioner.

Editorial Reviews

Review

`This is an important book that should be found...at the side of specialists in public health medicine. It is truly comprehensive in its international scale and the editors must be congratulated for making a clear, consistent and easy to read textbook.' Int. J. Adoloescent Med Health 2002

`Imaginatively structured. The contributions are authoritative...' BMJ

`Any attmpt to be comprehensive on such a global scale is a major challenge. The editors have none the less succeeded....' Journal of Public Health medicine

`The standards are high both in content and clarity and the book is up to date. The editors have achieved a remarkable consistency of style and presentation...This well produced volume is highly recommended for postgraduate students, practitioners, and all concerned with public health.' Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine

`The Oxford Textbook of Public Health...presents discissions by many formidable authorities....' Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health

`The Oxford Textbook of Public Health...presents discussions by many formidable authorities....' Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health

`This is the blue whale of public health - a beautiful beast of a book. Three magnificently produced volumes....strong on theory....for the advanced student or specialist... very strong on epidemiology. The social science of public health permeates these volumes...this book is really for reference.' Sociology of Health and Illness, 2003

`This is an important book that should be found... at the side of specialists in public health medicine. It is truly comprehensive in its international scale and the editors must be congratulated for making a clear, consistent and easy to read textbook.' Int. J. Adoloescent Med Health 2002

`Imaginatively structured. The contributions are authoritative.' BMJ

`Any attempt to be comprehensive on such a global scale is a major challenge. The editors have none the less succeeded.' Journal of Public Health medicine

About the Author

Roger Detels, Professor of Epidemiology, UCLA School of Public Health. James McEwen, Professor, Department of Public Health, University of Glasgow. Robert Beaglehole, Professor of Epidemiology, Department of Community Health, University of Auckland School of Medicine. Roger Detels, Professor of Epidemiology, UCLA School of Public Health. James McEwen, Professor, Department of Public Health, University of Glasgow.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1956 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 4 edition (May 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0192630415
• ISBN-13: 978-0192630414
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.8 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,135,039 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)