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Gordis Epidemiology

by David D. Celentano, Moyses Szklo, Youssef Farag

7th Edition

Publisher: Elsevier

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Book Details

Print ISBN9780323877756
eText ISBN9780323877787
PublisherElsevier
Publishing Year2024
Edition7th Edition
LanguageEnglish
Pages448

Understanding how diseases spread and affect global populations has never been more critical than in today's highly interconnected society. Gordis Epidemiology 7th Edition arrives as a vital, timely beacon for students and professionals seeking to grasp the fundamental tenets of public health and clinical practice. This updated volume proudly continues the esteemed legacy of Leon Gordis, delivering an exceptionally clear and engaging entry point into a complex scientific discipline. By linking core statistical concepts with real-world scenarios, it helps readers appreciate the true societal value of systematic health surveillance, preventative medicine, and evidence-based healthcare delivery.

The text systematically guides readers through the core themes of epidemiological investigation, starting with basic observational methods and progressing to advanced hypothesis testing. David D. Celentano, Moyses Szklo, and Youssef Farag bring their extensive expertise from Johns Hopkins University to outline how researchers collect, analyze, and interpret critical health data. Their balanced approach ensures that readers understand both the mathematical foundations of disease tracking and the human stories behind the statistics. From tracking infectious outbreaks to evaluating chronic disease patterns, the authors provide a comprehensive, detailed overview of modern public health challenges, emphasizing the practical application of theory to real-world scenarios and global health crises.

Designed for undergraduate students, graduate public health candidates, healthcare providers, and policy makers, this edition stands out for its highly visual pedagogical tools, utilizing rich illustrations, charts, and self-assessment questions. Instructors and students alike will appreciate how the book simplifies complex quantitative methods without sacrificing scientific rigor. For those seeking a flexible digital learning experience, the Gordis Epidemiology 7th Edition PDF offers seamless access to these invaluable resources, including online multiple-choice questions that reinforce key concepts. Ultimately, Gordis Epidemiology 7th Edition remains an indispensable guide for anyone committed to improving global health outcomes through data-driven science, rigorous research, and compassionate public health initiatives.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Introduction

    • The Definition of Epidemiology
    • The History of Epidemiology
    • Epidemiology and Prevention
  2. Chapter 2: The Dynamics of Disease Transmission

    • Modes of Transmission
    • Herd Immunity
    • Incubation Period
    • Outbreak Investigation
  3. Chapter 3: Measuring the Occurrence of Disease: I. Morbidity

    • Incidence Rates
    • Prevalence
    • Relationship Between Incidence and Prevalence
  4. Chapter 4: Measuring the Occurrence of Disease: II. Mortality

    • Mortality Rates
    • Case-Fatality
    • Proportionate Mortality
    • Years of Potential Life Lost
  5. Chapter 5: Assessing the Validity and Reliability of Diagnostic and Screening Tests

    • Sensitivity and Specificity
    • Predictive Value of a Test
    • Reliability
  6. Chapter 6: The Natural History of Disease: Ways of Expressing Prognosis

    • Case-Fatality Rate
    • Five-Year Survival Rate
    • Life Tables
    • Median Survival Time
  7. Chapter 7: Cohort Studies

    • Design of a Cohort Study
    • Selection of Cohort Groups
    • Prospective vs. Retrospective Cohort Studies
  8. Chapter 8: Case-Control and Other Study Designs

    • Design of a Case-Control Study
    • Selection of Cases and Controls
    • Matching
    • Cross-Sectional Studies
  9. Chapter 9: Randomized Trials: Some Basic Issues

    • Selection of Subjects
    • Allocating Subjects Using Randomization
    • Data Collection on Subjects
  10. Chapter 10: Randomized Trials: Ethical and Practical Issues

    • Sample Size
    • Blinding
    • Planned Crossover
    • Ethical Considerations
  11. Chapter 11: Estimating Risk: Is There an Association?

    • Relative Risk
    • Odds Ratio
    • Attributable Risk
  12. Chapter 12: From Association to Causation: Deriving Causal Inferences

    • Types of Associations
    • Guidelines for Causal Inferences
    • Causal Pathways

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