Epidemiological Studies: A Practical Guide

by Alan J . Silman (Author), Gary J . Macfarlane (Author)

• New

  Hardcover
  2002

  $262.46

  Following on in the footsteps of its acclaimed and popular predecessor, this new edition builds on the successful features that engaged readers of the first edition: it explains the principles and practice of epidemiology and serves as a handbook for those who wish to do epidemiology; it uses relevant exercises and examples, taken from real life, to illustrate how to set up a study; it aims to help produce valid results that will satisfy grant bodies, ethical committees and journal editors; ultimately it bridges the gap between theory and practice. By making the subject so easily accessible, it will be an excellent introduction for anyone who is training in epidemiology and public health, and for all those involved in medical research. This edition includes numerous improvements and several new chapters which will further enhance its appeal.

• Used

  Paperback
  1996

  $3.29

  This is a practical guide to the design, conduct, analysis and interpretation of epidemiological studies. The clear and concise text is supplemented throughout by appropriate illustrative examples and helpful practical hints, all designed to support and encourage newcomers to the field. The book assumes no prior knowledge. Sufficient material is provided to enable the reader to undertake soundly based studies which take account of the most recent advances in epidemiological concepts and methods. The book also includes sections on ethical issues and how they should be addressed, and costing a study. It aims to make epidemiological method accessible to a broad range of individuals, including hospital clinicians, general practitioners and public health physicians and it will serve as an excellent introductory text for those training in epidemiology and public health.