Basic Statistics and Epidemiology

A Practical Guide

By: Antony Stewart

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eText | 3 February 2022 | Edition Number 5

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This straightforward primer in basic statistics and epidemiology emphasises their practical use in healthcare and public health, providing understanding of essential topics such as study design, data analysis and statistical methods used in the execution of medical research. Assuming no prior knowledge, the clarity of the text and care of presentation ensure those new to, or challenged by, these topics are given a thorough introduction without being overwhelmed by unnecessary detail.

Key features:

Provides an excellent grounding in the basics of both statistics and epidemiology
Full step-by-step guidance on performing statistical calculations
Numerous examples and exercises with detailed answers to help readers navigate these complex subjects with ease and confidence
Enables students and practitioners to make sense of the many research studies that underpin evidence-based practice
Fully revised and updated for this fifth edition, now with additional exercises and question and answers online for self-testing

An understanding and appreciation of statistics is central to ensuring that professional practice is based on the best available evidence, in order to best treat and help the wider community. Reading this book will help students, researchers, doctors, nurses, and health managers to understand and apply the tools of statistics and epidemiology to their own practice.?