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This major new textbook portrays the philosophy and underlying principles of public health. The methods used for the investigation and solution of public health problems are described, and examples given of how these techniques are applied in practice. The book concentrates largely on presenting a comprehensive view of public health as it relates to developed countries, but it will also be relevant and of interest to students of public health from the developing world.The Oxford Textbook of Public Health is intended primarily as a comprehensive reference textbook for postgraduate students, but it will also be of interest to all those concerned with the formulation and execution of public health policy.Volume 1The first of the four volumes traces the historical evolution of public health and considers the overall scope and strategies of the field. The major factors affecting the health of the public -- the physical environment, infectious agents, the social environment, war, and natural disasters -- and the overall policies and strategies adopted by governments to control health hazards are discussed in broad terms. The final part of this volume draws together these various themes in a discussion of overall public health strategies relevant to developed and developing countries.* Major new reference textbook* In four volumes (available separately)* Comprehensive -- covers all aspects of community health* Edited by leading figures in the field of community medicine* Strong team of international contributors* Includes coverage of both developed countries and the developing world* Methods used for investigation and solution of public health problems are described, and examples given of how these are applied in practice