This book covers the fundamental knowledge of epidemiological methods and statistics, with a focus on recent developments in the field and their application to burgeoning health care systems, program, technologies, and policies. Genetic technology, poverty, the control of transmissible diseases, quality management, and the evaluation of system performance are specifically addressed. Case studies illustrate key points. Contributors are scholars of health administration, biostatistics, and epidemiology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Oleske, Denise M., PhD, FACE

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