Modern Infectious Disease Epidemiology - Softcover

Giesecke, Johan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444180029 ISBN 13: 9781444180022

Publisher: CRC Press, 2017

Synopsis

Highly practical yet authoritative, the new edition of Modern Infectious Disease Epidemiology has been thoroughly updated and revised in line with changing health concerns. This successful book continues to outline the tools available to the infectious disease student or clinician seeking a thorough background in the epidemiology of infectious and communicable diseases. Building on many case studies and practical scenarios included, the book then uses the tools learnt to illustrate the fundamental concepts of the study of infectious diseases, such as infection spread, surveillance and control, infectivity, incubation periods, seroepidemiology, and immunity in populations.

• New edition of this popular book, completely revised and updated
• Retains the clarity and down-to-earth approach praised in previous editions
• Successfully combines epidemiological theory with the principles of infectious disease treatment and control
• A highly experienced author brings a personal and unique approach to this important subject

All students of epidemiology, infectious disease medicine and microbiology will find this text invaluable, ensuring its continued popularity.

About this title

About the Author:

Johan Giesecke, Professor of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden

About this edition

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1444180029
• ISBN 13: 9781444180022
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 248