Includes bibliographical references and index.

The principles and goals of global health -- Health determinants, measurements, and trends -- Health, education, poverty, and the economy -- Ethical and human rights concerns in global health -- An introduction to health systems -- Culture and health -- The environment and health -- Nutrition and global health -- Women's health -- The health of young children -- Adolescent health -- Communicable diseases -- Noncommunicable diseases -- Unintentional injuries -- Natural disasters and complex humanitarian emergencies -- Working together to improve global health -- Science, technology, and global health -- Working in global health -- Profiles of global health actors.

Rated by an independent panel as the best introductory Global Health text for undergraduates, Global Health 101, Third Edition is a clear, concise, and user-friendly introduction to the most critical issues in global health. It illustrates key themes with an extensive set of case studies, examples, and the latest evidence. Particular attention is given to the health-development link, to developing countries, and to the health needs of poor and disadvantaged people. The Third Edition is a thorough revision that offers an extensive amount of new and updated information, while maintaining clarity, simplicity, and ease of use for faculty and students. Offering the latest data on the burden of disease, the book presents unique content on key topics that are often insufficiently covered in introductory materials, such as immunization and adolescent health.

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