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Environmental Epidemiology

Environmental Epidemiology

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The impact of the environment on human health is of growing concern to the public, politicians and public health practitioners. Epidemiology offers a way of investigating and measuring potential hazards, from local sources of pollution to global climate changes. It allows real effects to be distinguished from chance associations. This book describes the methods available for public health practitioners to enable investigations to be carried out and how findings should be interpreted to ensure that the most appropriate policies are adopted. The book examines: - Air pollution- Clusters of cases of ill-health- Radiation and hazardous waste- Water and health- Climate change Contributors: Mike Ahern, Ben Armstrong, Araceli Busby, Pat Doyle, Shakoor Hajat, Sari Kovats, Paul Wilkinson. Series Editors: Rosalind Plowman and Nicki Thorogood.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
232
Release Date:
2006-03-01
Publication Date:
2006-03-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Publishing Company
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0335218423
ISBN13:
9780335218424
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
448 g
Height:
169 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
19 cm
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