Gordis Epidemiology

Gordis Epidemiology

<p>From the Department of Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University and continuing in the tradition of award-winning educator and epidemiologist Dr. Leon Gordis, comes the fully revised 6th Edition of <i>Gordis Epidemiology</i>. This bestselling text provides <b>a solid introduction to basic epidemiologic principles</b> as well as <b>practical applications </b>in public health and clinical practice, highlighted by real-world examples throughout. New coverage includes <b>expanded information on genetic epidemiology, epidemiology and public policy, </b>and<b> ethical and professional issues in epidemiology,</b> providing a strong basis for understanding the role and importance of epidemiology in today’s data-driven society.</p><ul><li>Covers the basic principles and concepts of epidemiology in a clear, uniquely memorable way, using a wealth of <b>full-color figures, graphs, charts, and cartoons</b> to help you understand and retain key information.</li><li><b>Reflects how epidemiology is practiced today</b>, with a new chapter organization progressing from observation and developing hypotheses to data collection and analyses.</li><li>Features <b>new end-of-chapter questions</b> for quick self-assessment, and a <b>glossary </b>of genetic terminology. </li><li>Provides <b>more than 200 additional multiple-choice epidemiology self-assessment questions online.</b></li><li><b>Enhanced eBook version included with purchase.</b> Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.</li></ul>