How Long to Read Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e

How Long Does it Take to Read Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 26 minutes to read Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e by Carolyn Stephens

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

“I can easily see this book being the ‘go-to’ text for students of global health. It provides a comprehensive overview of globalisation’s impact on health and wellbeing.” Professor David McCoy, United Nations University - International Institute for Global Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. “This book, which is based on rich and diverse empirical case-studies, highlights the importance of understanding global health as a multi-disciplinary field.” Haim Yacobi, Professor of Development Planning, Bartlett Development Planning Unit, University College London, UK “This book is relevant for everyone that would like to have an overview of current issues of global health in the context of the globalization era.” Ari Probandari, Professor of Public Health at Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia Global health challenges are evolving profoundly. Today public health practitioners must recognize the importance of global changes for human health and health policy at all levels. Fully revised and restructured, this ground-breaking title returns in its third edition to offer students and practitioners an accessible and contemporary exploration of globalization and global health. The book includes critical reflection on global changes, with practical learning activities which help you explore the central debates. Chapters cover key issues, and emerging trends in global policy, such as: •Social change in the 21st century, including social media and technology •The emergence of global health governance and its colonial heritage •Trade and its implications on health, policy, and disease •Global environmental change including climate, biodiversity, and global policy responses •Infectious disease including pandemic trends and global policy responses •Non-communicable diseases and the risks of alcohol, food, and tobacco •Governance and the state, including non-governmental actors The third edition of Globalization and Global Health is an ideal resource for students of public health and health policy, public health practitioners and policy makers. Contributors: Carolyn Stephens, Benjamin Hawkins, Marco Liverani, Don Brown, Chris Holden, Aloisa Katsande, Neil Spicer, Preslava Stoeva Understanding Public Health is an innovative series published by Open University Press in collaboration with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, where it is used as a key learning resource for postgraduate programmes. It provides self-directed learning covering the major issues in public health affecting low, middle and high income countries. Series Editors: Rosalind Plowman and Nicki Thorogood.

How long is Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e?

Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e by Carolyn Stephens is 258 pages long, and a total of 66,564 words.

This makes it 87% the length of the average book. It also has 81% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 3 minutes to read Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e aloud.

What Reading Level is Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e?

Globalization and Global Health: Critical Issues and Policy, 3e is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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