Epidemiology of Chronic Disease: Global Perspectives offers the most current and authoritative insights into the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, risk factors, and preventive measures of over 50 major chronic diseases and conditions. Authored by Randall E. Harris and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning in April 2019, this comprehensive text spans 938 pages and is organized into five sections: an introductory chapter, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, major forms of cancer, diseases of the respiratory tract, metabolic and digestive diseases, musculoskeletal diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, and three infectious diseases that often present as chronic conditions.

Each chapter includes special sections dedicated to controversial topics, serving as a springboard for classroom discussions on molecular mechanisms of disease pathogenesis and relevant epidemiologic issues crucial for prevention and control strategies. The book highlights four new chapters focusing on the epidemiology of congestive heart failure, peripheral artery disease and aortic dissection, venous thromboembolism and pulmonary embolism, and sudden cardiac death.

Updated with recent findings such as the link between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide rates, as well as the emerging crisis of antibiotic resistance in tuberculosis and other chronic infections, this resource provides an extensive overview. Additionally, it features a robust set of instructor’s materials including an online instructor’s manual with recommended questions and answers for each chapter, slides in PowerPoint format, and a test bank. The text is ideal for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to understand the global landscape of chronic diseases.