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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between preventive medicine and vital statistics, two fields that converge to promote population health. The author examines the historical development of both disciplines, highlighting their convergence in the Victorian era and the pivotal role of key figures like Dr. Rumsey and Dr. Farr. The book delves into the uses of vital statistics as a tool for measuring population health, guiding sanitary measures, and evaluating their impact. It explores the establishment of standards for measuring health outcomes, including Dr. Farr's seminal work on defining "healthy district death rates." The author discusses the significance of preventive medicine and vital statistics in understanding and addressing the causes of disease, particularly preventable diseases such as childhood mortality and infectious diseases. It showcases the remarkable decrease in mortality rates in the United Kingdom following the implementation of sanitary measures, demonstrating their tangible impact on population health and life expectancy. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, principles, and applications of preventive medicine and vital statistics. It provides a deep understanding of the role these fields play in improving public health and reducing the burden of disease. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334774553_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334774553
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