The field of community paediatrics continues to change and grow in importance, as more care is given in the community and the impact of the environment and public health issues on children's health and welfare are recognised. Today, all trainees in paediatrics, nursing, health visiting and speech and occupational therapy must be familiar with the key issues in this field. This title provides a superb introduction to child health in the community for those with some experience of clinical paediatrics and is an excellent text for self-directed learning and examination preparation. Its emphasis is on the social and educational significance of paediatric problems, bringing together he latest research and guidelines in both the UK and other countries.
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Introduction Origins of Community Paediatrics SCIENCES AND THEIR APPLICATION Epidemiology Psychology Development Genetics Nutrition Health Promotion Growth Health Economics Management and Teamwork SERVICES Health Services Child Health in Primary Care Community Health Nursing Education Social Services Social Security Legal framework and practice Voluntary Organisations PROGRAMMES - Child Health Promotion Infection : prevention and management Prevention of Unintentional Injuries Health Inequalities and their reduction Child Protection Adolescent Health General Paediatrics in a Community Setting Asthma CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS - BEHAVIOUR Emotional Development and Disorder Emotional and Behavioural Problems Counselling SPECIAL NEEDS - DISABILITY Special needs - introduction Physical disability Learning and Health Vision Hearing Language Learning Disability Adult Outcomes Support Organisations Sources of information
