Foundations of Infectious Disease A Public Health Perspective First Edition David P Adams

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• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1284179648
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1284179644

Foundations of Infectious Disease: A Public Health Perspective places the study of infectious diseases within its social, historical, and scientific context to illustrate its relevance to public and community health. This comprehensive text starts with an overview of how infectious diseases have influenced human societies throughout history. It then covers epidemiological concepts related to infectious diseases, including outbreak and epidemic investigations, study designs for disease transmission and prevention.

The text further explores specific infectious disease topics vital to modern public and community health practitioners, such as sexually transmitted infections, foodborne infections, healthcare-acquired infections, and neglected tropical diseases. A final chapter discusses upcoming trends in the field of infectious diseases.

Key Features:

• Each chapter includes discussions on the biology, transmission, clinical aspects, epidemiology, and prevention of particular diseases.
• Includes numerous text boxes, tables, full-color illustrations, and real-world case studies of infectious disease investigations to clarify concepts and engage students.
• Highlights national and global research related to specific pathogens and the infectious diseases they cause with links to extensive references.
• Learning objectives, key terms, and review questions offer guidance and reinforce the presented concepts.

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Foundations of Infectious Disease: A Public Health Perspective by David P Adams offers a comprehensive exploration of infectious diseases within the context of public and community health. With its in-depth coverage of epidemiological concepts, disease prevention strategies, and real-world case studies, this textbook is an essential resource for students and professionals in the field of public health.