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EPIDEMIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY Epidemiology: A Research Manual for South Africa 4e


Content editors: G Joubert and L Myer


Epidemiology: A Research Manual for South Africa off ers an applied introduction to epidemiological research methods, for students of various health science disciplines who are required to conduct or reference epidemiological research. Directed at readers who are new to epidemiological theory and practice, the text explains fundamental concepts and methods in a manner that is clear and accessible. The text off ers a step-by-step guide to the development of a research protocol and the application of epidemiological methods, and addresses specifi c content areas and methodologies that are important in contemporary epidemiological research. Examples focus on the South African setting, highlighting regional conditions, diseases and health services.


New to this edition: • The fourth edition is comprehensively revised to refl ect current knowledge and practice, and off ers many new, local examples.


PAPERBACK NOV 2021 OUP SA


448 PAGES 9780190758691 9780190732295


• The text refl ects greater emphasis on the use of routinely available health data for research purposes • The fourth edition includes a new chapter on Perinatal epidemiology • The text presents an expanded focus on community participation, and on injury and violence.


Table of Contents Section A Introducing research and epidemiology • Chapter 1: Why do epidemiologic research? A South African perspective • Chapter 2: Key concepts in epidemiology • Chapter 3: Research ethics, human rights and community participation • Section B Epidemiological research methods and protocol development • Chapter 4: Planning a research project • Chapter 5: Setting objectives for research • Chapter 6: Literature review • Chapter 7: Study design • Chapter 8: Population and sampling • Chapter 9: Data collection and measurement • Section C Analysis and presentation • Chapter 10: Exploring, summarising and presenting data • Chapter 11: Analysing and interpreting epidemiological data • Chapter 12: Precision and validity in epidemiological studies • Chapter 13: Writing a research report • Section D Applications of epidemiology • Chapter 14: Routine health information systems and disease surveillance • Chapter 15: Burden of disease and mortality studies • Chapter 16: Social epidemiology • Chapter 17: Infectious disease epidemiology • Chapter 18: Outbreak investigation • Chapter 19: Noncommunicable disease epidemiology • Chapter 20: Environmental epidemiology • Chapter 21: Occupational epidemiology • Chapter 22: Measuring disability • Chapter 23: Mental health epidemiology • Chapter 24: Nutritional epidemiology • Chapter 25: Clinical epidemiology • Section E Adjuncts to epidemiologic research • Chapter 26: Health systems research • Chapter 27: Qualitative research methodology: an introduction • Appendix I: Standardisation • Appendix II: Random number table • Appendix III: Sample size determination


Handbook of HIV Medicine 3e Editors: D Wilson, LG Bekker, M Cotton, T Meyers, F Venter and G Maartens


Handbook of HIV Medicine 3e provides a concise guide to all aspects of HIV management in the context of sub-Saharan Africa. It covers a broad spectrum of topics from diagnostic and management approaches to the common manifestations of HIV in both adults and children. The handbook has been written in particular for reference in the hospital ward or clinic. It provides key information on HIV and on antiretroviral therapy.


As the only handbook of HIV for southern Africa, the Handbook of HIV Medicine is an excellent resource for medical students, community service doctors, medical offi cers, nurses and allied health care workers.


Written by HIV experts from across the country, the new edition includes:


FLEXICOVER NOV 2012 OUP SA


696 PAGES 9780199053667 9780199043996


• The latest updates on HIV medicine and drug management • Updated content on the approach to HIV infection in children • A discussion of the ethical issues around HIV.


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