Infectious Disease Epidemiology Practice Guide

Infectious Disease Epidemiology Practice Guide

This textbook of epidemiology is intended for medical students.

The authors are qualified teachers from the Medical Universities in Sofia, Varna and Pleven and are leading specialists in the field of epidemiology of infectious and non-infectious, socially significant diseases.

In accordance with the student training program and modern scientific knowledge of epidemiology on a global scale, the textbook examines both general and specific epidemiology of infectious diseases and some of the socially significant mass diseases.
Classic infectious diseases are represented by the modern level of epidemiological surveillance, and this allows students to specifically indicate and study the mandatory strategy for prevention and combating them.

The authors formulate the meaning, theory and subject of the epidemiology of infectious diseases and consider the methodological possibilities for population research of all mass diseases, indicating the tasks of the so-called noninfectious epidemiology. The textbook examines individual nosological diseases, in the genesis of which infection is a key mechanism for the body's readiness to fall ill.

Guide to practical exercises on epidemiology of Infectious Diseases' is a comprehensive learning resource aimed at students and professionals in epidemiology and public health. This textbook provides the practical knowledge and skills needed to understand and manage the infectious diseases, including methods to prevent, control and monitor epidemic events.

Main characteristics:

1. Broad Coverage: The textbook covers various aspects of infectious disease epidemiology, including basic principles of epidemiology, research methods, statistical analyses, risk assessment, and prevention of the spread of infections.
2. Practical exercises: One of the key highlights of the textbook is the practical exercises, which provide step-by-step guidance for applying theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. These exercises include analysis of epidemic cases, development of infection control programs, and preparation of epidemiological reports.
3. Research Methods: The textbook presents a variety of research methods in epidemiology, including case-control studies, cohort studies, time-series studies, and meta-analyses. It examines the advantages and limitations of each methodology.
4. Current Topics: Special attention is paid to current topics and challenges in infectious disease epidemiology, including global epidemics, the role of pandemics, vaccination, and bacterial resistance to antibiotics.
5. Application of Statistical Tools: The textbook includes statistical analysis exercises that help students understand the basic concepts and techniques in data processing in epidemiology.
6. Clinical Reality: The authors integrate clinical cases and real-world scenarios into the materials to demonstrate the application of epidemiology in real-world practice.
7. Multidisciplinary Approach: The textbook maintains a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together knowledge from fields such as public health, medicine, statistics and informatics.

A Practical Guide to Infectious Disease Epidemiology provides a comprehensive and educational overview of the epidemiological aspects of infectious diseases. Combining theory and practice, the textbook prepares students and professionals to solve complex problems related to the control and prevention of the spread of infections in society.