Public Health Research Methods

<strong>Public Health Research Methods</strong> edited by Greg Guest and Emily Namey provides a comprehensive foundation for planning executing and monitoring public health research of all types. The book goes beyond traditional epidemiologic research designs to cover state-of-the-art technology-based approaches emerging in the new public health landscape. Written by experts in the field each chapter includes a description of the research method covered examples of its application in public health clear instructions on how to execute the method and a discussion of emerging issues and future directions. In addition each chapter addresses the topic in the context of global health and health disparities. Such breadth provides readers with practical tools they can use in the field as well as a current understanding of conceptual discussions. Illustrated with engaging case studies that enhance understanding of the concepts presented <strong>Public Health Research Methods</strong> is a comprehensive must-have reference ideal for researchers in all sectors—government academia and non-profit.