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Download or read book A Dictionary of Public Health written by John M. Last and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable desk reference for busy public health practitioners,The Dictionary of Public Health is an alphabetical listing of almost 5,000 words and phrases used in public health science and practice. It offers definitions, discussion, and an occasional brief commentary on the relevance of each term to people and their health. This volume is a trusted resourcefor answers to questions that arise in the course of public health practice, whether in the office or in the field, in interactions with the public or with the media. The book contains cross-referenced definitions and discussions of related terms and concepts. For easy reference, users will find similarly worked definitions and discussions of important related concepts listed under each of the commonly used keywords. A variety of website links make it easy tofind further information at the users fingertips. Covering all aspects of public health, this book serves as both a quick and handy reference tool and a vehicle for more leisurely browsing.