Field Epidemiology

Name: Field Epidemiology
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ISBN: 9780195142594

ISBN-10: 0195142594

ISBN-13: 9780195142594

Edition: 2nd 2002 (Revised)

Authors: Michael B. Gregg, Richard C. Dicker, Richard A. Goodman

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Field epidemiology involves the application of epidemiologic methods to unexpected health problems when a rapid on-site investigation is necessary for timely intervention. Based on decades of experience in both infectious and non-infectious diseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this book describes in simple and practical terms the distinct approach, tasks, and actions needed for successful field investigations. Guidance is given on such issues as how toperform surveillance, manage and execute field investigations, collect and analyze data, perform surveys, adapt a personal computer for field use, and communicate the findings. Specific advice is also given on such…

Book details

List price: $52.50
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 3/28/2002
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 480
Size: 9.09" wide x 6.18" long x 1.61" tall
Weight: 1.760
Language: English



Contributors



Background



Field Epidemiology Defined




A Brief Review of the Basic Principles of Epidemiology




Suveillance




The Field Investigation



Operational Aspects of Epidemiologic Field Investigations




Conducting a Field Investigation




Describing the Findings




Designing Studies in the Field




Analyzing and Interpreting Data




Developing Interventions




Communicating Epidemiologic Findings




Surveys and Sampling




Using a Computer for Field Investigations




Dealing with the Public and the Media




Special Considerations



Legal Considerations in a Field Investigation




Investigations in Health-Care Settings




Investigations in Out-of-Home Child Care Settings




Field Investigations of Occupational Disease and Injury




Field Investigations from the State and Local Health Department Perspective




Epidemiologic Investigations in International Settings




Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response: Issues for Public Health




Field Investigations of Natural Disasters




Laboratory Support for the Epidemiologist in the Field




A Walk-through Exercise



Index