Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues

Sharma, Manoj/ Lakhan, Ram

Academic Press Inc（2024/09発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 310 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780443290985
• DDC分類 362.1

Full Description

Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary book that explores diverse topics in global health. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with global health from various perspectives. The book delves into historical contexts, health indicators, cultural influences, behavioral factors, communicable and non-communicable diseases, malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies, obesity, environmental health, population issues, women's and children's health, mental well-being, global health systems, and emerging issues in the field. It goes beyond a mere recitation of topics and provides an engaging narrative that examines the interconnectedness of global health issues.

This is an essential reference for students, researchers, and professionals involved in public health, international development, and related disciplines. By providing a comprehensive understanding of global health issues and potential solutions, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to address the complex challenges of global health in their respective fields.

Contents

1. Introduction and Historical Perspectives on Global Health
2. Health Indicators in Global Health
3. The Role of Culture and Behavior in Global Health
4. Infectious and Communicable Diseases
5. Non-communicable Chronic Diseases
6. Hunger, Food Insecurity, Malnutrition, Nutritional Deficiencies, and Obesity
7. Environmental Health and Population Issues
8. Women's Health
9. Child Health
10. Mental Health
11. World Health Systems
12. Future Issues in Global Health