Foundations of epidemiology
Authors: Lilienfeld, A.M. Lillienfeld, D.E.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, New York
Physical Description: xv, 375p.
ISBN: 0-19-502723-X
Synopsis:
Presents the concepts and methods of epidemiology as they are applied to various disease problems. The book emphasises the integration of biological and statistical elements in the sequence of epidemiological reasoning that derives inference about the aetiology of diseases from population data. A historical overview of the conceptual basis of epidemiology is provided before an explanation of how demographic studies are applied to epidemiologic problems. The ways and means by which data is obtained and integrated into a conceptual whole and focused on the derivation of biologic inference is also illustrated.
Click here for table of contents >>
Doing your research project: a guide for first-time researchers in education and social science
Author: Bell, J.
Publisher: Open University Press
Physical Description: ix, 145p.
ISBN: 0-19-502723-X
Synopsis:
Presents information that is intended to assist those who are beginners in the activity of carrying out research projects. The information provided in this book is to assist in avoiding problems that lead to wastage of time when doing research. Discusses what is involved in establishing good research habits and in producing a final dissertation or report that is planned well and written well for presentation at the required time.
Click here for table of contents >>
Handbook of public health methods
Authors: Kerr, C. (ed.) Taylor, R. (ed.) Heard, G. (ed.)
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Book Company Australia Pty Limited, Roseville
Physical Description: xvi, 778p.
ISBN: 0-07-470173-8
Synopsis:
Focuses on the practical issues that face public health workers. Presents methods that are useful for dealing with the problems that practitioners, students and those embarking on an academic career experience as they are faced with the challenge of resolving complex issues of health and disease. Presents many sections that contain methodological information for dealing with contemporary public health issues.
Click here for table of contents >>
Communicable disease control handbook
Authors: Hawker, J. Begg, N. Blair, I. Reintjes, R. Weinberg, J.
Publisher: Blackwell Publishing, Inc. Massachusetts
Physical Description: xi, 416p.
ISBN: 1-4051-2424-5
Synopsis:
Provides practical information on the transmission and treatment of infectious diseases with details on appropriate measures that can be taken to prevent the spread of these diseases. Examines use of laboratories to diagnose particular diseases and the role of communication in providing vital information on communicable diseases so as to improve public health. Click here for table of contents >>
Participatory research in health: issues and experiences
Authors: Koning, K.D. (ed.) Martin, M. (ed.)
Publisher: National Progressive Primary Health Care Network (NPPHCN), Johannesburg
Physical Description: xii,242p.
ISBN: 0-620-19460-x
Synopsis:
Presents the experience and reflections of academics and practitioners who are making use of participatory research in the field of health. This research approach is considered important as a research strategy and as an educational process. Examines the diversity of participatory research, including the practice of and and training for participatory research in several backgrounds and cultures, at international, national and grassroots levels.
Click here for table of contents >>