This study presents comparative, multi-disciplinary research (including public management, health, political science, sociology, economics, and law) that develops an explanatory framework for understanding how governments formulate and implement addiction policies in Europe. Thr…
Delivers a wealth of information for nurses who wish to open and manage their own health clinics Public health nursing--with its focus on compassionate, holistic care and service to the poor, the aged, those suffering from social injustice, and those without adequate health faci…
This is the first book to describe the key business, policy, medical, and operational considerations necessary for successfully running and operating nurse-led health facilities.
Delivers a wealth of information for nurses who wish to open and manage their own health clinics Public health nursing--with its focus on compassionate, holistic care and service to the poor, the aged, those suffering from social injustice, and those without adequate health faci…
Leadership journeys to the social determinants of health / Richard Callahan -- Building a high performing public health department : leadership through navigating and negotiating / Jonathan Freedman -- Accreditation and credentialing : pressing challenges in education, training,…
Designed for professionals and aspiring professionals in public policy, public health, and related programs, Public Health Leadership illustrates the complexity of contemporary issues at the intersection of public health and healthcare and the compelling need to engage numerous …
Taking a practice-based approach, this book presents cutting-edge topics in healthcare and public health, drawing on the premise that there is no single perspective or stakeholder. It demonstrates the complexity of intersecting interests and responsibilities in a graspable way a…
The health care of a growing older adult population is a crucial issue, and one of increasing concern and cost. This text explores the health system's effect on health care and professional practice on societal, institutional, and health team levels. It also clarifies models of …
"This sensible text helps introduce clinicians and administrators to one another's responsibilities and functions so that they can develop a more cooperative and effective system of care. It aims to help health professionals, policy makers, and citizens understand the health-car…
Health care costs make up nearly a fifth of U.S. gross domestic product, but health care is a peculiar thing to buy and sell. Both a scarce resource and a basic need, it involves a physical and emotional vulnerability and at the same time it operates as big business. Patients ha…
This book provides guidance to policy makers seeking to design effective monitoring systems for disaster response management. This volume describes the data needs that arise after natural disasters, assesses current data management reform efforts, and discusses the institutional…
This book provides guidance to policy makers seeking to design effective monitoring systems for disaster response management. This volume describes the data needs that arise after natural disasters, assesses current data management reform efforts, and discusses the institutional…
