Presented in a unique and easy-to-use dictionary format, this practical guide will help students and practitioners understand and apply the principles of effective communication.

Full of practical advice, this book bridges the gap between communication theory and the implementation of policy. Responding to recent developments in health communication and campaigns, it is essential reading for all students and health care professionals who wish to reflect upon and develop their practice.

Explores the biological basis of drug and alcohol use, considering a wide scope of topics from the scientific determination of substance misuse, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, mechanisms of intoxication, overdose and death; and new approaches and controversies such as new types of addictions, decriminalisation, and cultural influences.

Public health is high on government agendas thanks to the increasing burden lifestyle related illness places on healthcare providers. This book answers the need for a comprehensive text covering the core knowledge, competencies and skills taught to the growing public health workforce.

'This is a really good text which will support students through their dissertation proposal and project. It covers statistics in a simple understandable way' - Mrs Pamela Williams, School of Human & Health Sciences, Huddersfield University

Takes the academic, the student and the professional on a meaningful "journey" from formulating a research question all the way to analysis and delivery.

Na bijna zeven jaar was het nodig om de tweede druk van de twee delen `Klinische chemie en hematologie voor analisten' op enkele vlakken te herzien.

Op basis van nieuwe ontwikkelingen binnen het vak zijn er extra paragrafen toegevoegd aan de hoofdstukken 9, 15 en 18. De overige hoofstukken hebben nauwelijks of slechts enkele kleine aanpassingen ondergaan.

De oorspronkelijke opzet van de hoofdstukken is niet fundamenteel gewijzigd. De hoofdstukken zijn op elkaar afgestemd, maar je kunt ze ook ...

Full of practical advice, this book bridges the gap between communication theory and the implementation of policy. Responding to recent developments in health communication and campaigns, it is essential reading for all students and health care professionals who wish to reflect upon and develop their practice.

Offers both students and practitioners of public health and health psychology an indispensable resource providing not only a wealth of information and examples about specific cultural groups in North America but also assessment and implementation guidelines for promoting health and behaviors that optimize health in any cultural community.