Interpreting Epidemiologic Evidence

Connecting Research to Applications

David A Savitz author Gregory A Wellenius author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc

Published:18th Aug '16

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

Interpreting Epidemiologic Evidence cover

Epidemiology, the so-called "science of public health," has undergone a boom in the last decade as public interest and engagement in population health has skyrocketed. While this boom has done much to spark advances in the technology of epidemiology, it has also made it harder for those who want to use epidemiology to guide policy and clinical practice to fully appreciate the meaning of the research findings. Interpreting Epidemiologic Evidence offers those who have had an introductory course in epidemiology the knowledge they need to make clear connections from research findings to practical applications. Written in clear and lively prose, it empowers students at all levels to evaluate a study's design, implementation, and ultimate findings, giving the guidance needed to apply the information appropriately. Liberal use of practical examples serves both to illustrate core concepts and to motivate readers to think critically about the causal connections that population health studies aim to explore. Completely revised and updated, this new edition of Interpreting Epidemiologic Evidence is an invaluable core text for both epidemiologists in training and practitioners across other disciplines with even an introductory knowledge of epidemiology.

Highly relevant to any practicing epidemiologist. * International Journal of Epidemiology *
In departments with active research and graduate-level studies, the Savitz book will be tattered and torn well before the basic text shows signs of wear. * JAMA *
Required reading for the novice and the professional * and a primer for policymakers who need to use epidemiologic results in making public health policy decisions. it will make anyone committed to the field a better epidemioligist.Epidemiology *

ISBN: 9780190243777

Dimensions: 155mm x 231mm x 10mm

Weight: 363g

240 pages

2nd Revised edition