Global Population Health and Well- Being in the 21st Century: Toward New Paradigms, Policy, and Practice

"This book provides an excellent foundation for students seeking a context for global models and practices in population health…an excellent primer for those who are ready to engage in global health projects."

Drawing on current research and the expertise of world-recognized leaders in public, global, clinical, and social health in both developed and developing nations, this book delivers an evidence-based examination of 21st-century challenges in global population health and well-being.

The book/text promotes innovative and transformative paradigms for global public health practice, curricula, workforce training, and leadership. Intended for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in global public health, it will also be a welcome addition to the libraries of practitioners and policy-makers at all levels in the public/population/global health continuum.

KEY CONTENT AREAS INCLUDE:

The historical context of public health from early medicine to present day
Exemplary educational initiatives:
WHO education guidelines; curriculum commentaries from China, South Africa, and Cuba; a proposed Global Framework for Public Health Services and Functions; and case studies from South America (PAHO/ WHO), India (IPHF), and South Africa (PHASA)

The changing roles and educational expectations of public and global health professionals in the early decades of the 21st century
The complex interdependence of natural, socioeconomic, and political systems at local, national, regional, and global levels
The causes of interstate conflicts and longer-term challenges
Leading change in a new era, transforming mind-sets, and improving and sustaining the health and well-being of the planet and its people
An epilogue on global health, governance, and education with contributions from a think tank of 35 practitioners from 27 nations
Supplemental materials, including text aims and objectives and a guide to research and learning resources developed by experts in the United States, Brazil, and the Netherlands, are available as digital downloads

ALSO HIGHLIGHTED:
-65 profiles of leading global health (and health-related) organizations
-15 profiles of highly recognized schools and institutes of public health