Transforming Public Health Surveillance: Proactive Measures for Prevention, Detection, and Response -1E

Transforming Public Health Surveillance: Proactive Measures for Prevention, Detection, and Response - 1st Edition
Editors: Scott J. N. McNabb, J. Mark Conde, Lisa Ferland, Ziad Memish, Stacy Okutani, Meeyoung Park, Affan T. Shaikh, Vivek Singh

This forward-looking volume addresses the challenges and solutions in public health surveillance (PHS), emphasizing proactive strategies for prevention, detection, and response to health threats. It provides a comprehensive overview of current gaps in PHS and presents a vision for enhancing its effectiveness in the 21st century. The book serves as a roadmap to ensure public health information is available when and where it's needed.

Top 5 Key Features:

1. Comprehensive Overview: Offers an up-to-date examination of issues and solutions in public health surveillance, addressing both current challenges and future possibilities.
2. Proactive Strategies: Emphasizes proactive measures for the prevention, detection, and response to emerging health threats, including infectious diseases and non-communicable conditions.
3. Case Studies: Includes five case studies to contextualize lessons and provide practical examples of effective surveillance strategies.
4. Educational Tools: Features a comprehensive glossary, discussion questions, bullet points, and learning objectives, making it a valuable resource for both practitioners and students.
5. Visionary Approach: Presents a forward-thinking perspective on transforming PHS to meet contemporary health challenges, aiming for timely and accessible public health information.

Book Information:

• Edition: 1st Edition
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication Date: March 2016
• Binding Type: Paperback
• ISBN: 9780702063374