Public Health Issues: Theory and Practices

The book is enriched with numerous examples, addressing diverse issues ranging from the control of infectious diseases-especially vaccine-preventable diseases-to nutritional aspects such as the prevention of iron-deficiency anemia. It also discusses efforts to improve maternal and fetal outcomes and examines diseases and misalignment in rhythms resulting from lifestyle and behavioral changes in modern times. Additionally, it highlights the emerging challenges in public health, including the control and eradication of newer diseases and the implications of increased life expectancy, leading to a more significant burden of disability-adjusted life years. The book focuses on overcoming these challenges through a synergistic approach that combines traditional practices with modern science and technology. This, in turn, aims to reduce risks through evidence-based interventions.