Fundamentals of preventive medicine / by Zulfiqar Ali Shaikh.
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TextPublisher: Karachi : Paramount Books (Pvt.) Ltd., 2017Edition: Fifth editionDescription: ix, 612 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cmISBN: 9789696372028Subject(s): Medicine, Preventive -- Pakistan | Community health services -- PakistanDDC classification: 614.440954 Summary: Fundamentals of Preventive Medicine by Zulfiqar Ali Shaikh (ISBN 9789696372028) is a comprehensive guide on preventive medicine, covering principles and practices essential for disease prevention and health promotion. It delves into epidemiology, public health, and the levels of prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) aimed at reducing disease risk factors and preventing disease onset. The book emphasizes lifestyle factors, such as nutrition and physical activity, alongside vaccination, immunization, and the control of infectious diseases. It also addresses environmental health issues, occupational health and safety, and non-communicable diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, providing insights into preventive strategies. This resource is ideal for medical students, healthcare practitioners, and public health professionals focused on implementing effective prevention measures.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Fundamentals of Preventive Medicine by Zulfiqar Ali Shaikh (ISBN 9789696372028) is a comprehensive guide on preventive medicine, covering principles and practices essential for disease prevention and health promotion. It delves into epidemiology, public health, and the levels of prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) aimed at reducing disease risk factors and preventing disease onset. The book emphasizes lifestyle factors, such as nutrition and physical activity, alongside vaccination, immunization, and the control of infectious diseases. It also addresses environmental health issues, occupational health and safety, and non-communicable diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, providing insights into preventive strategies. This resource is ideal for medical students, healthcare practitioners, and public health professionals focused on implementing effective prevention measures.
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