Global Healthcare Issues And Policies

Global Health Care: Issues and Policies, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive resource for nursing students focused on critical and timely global health topics. Written by academic authors, scientists and health practitioners, the Fourth Edition provides students with a foundational knowledge of health policy issues from various geographical regions. The goal of this text is to impart a well-rounded perspective to how certain areas around the globe are oftentimes significantly impacted by world events. Features and benefits: • New coverage of global infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases. • Zika virus and the World Health Organization's fight against Ebola in the Congo. • New chapter on Native American health issues. • New content on global neurological health issues with specific coverage of pain management. • Overview of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals. • Expanded content on child maltreatment and abuse. • Updated content on Occupational health.