The Economics of Epidemiology [electronic resource] /by Troy Tassier.
by Tassier, Troy [author.]; SpringerLink (Online service).
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BookSeries: SpringerBriefs in Public Health: Publisher: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg : 2013.Description: X, 94 p. 20 illus. online resource.ISBN: 9783642381201.Subject(s): Economics | Public health | Epidemiology | Economics/Management Science | Health Economics | Epidemiology | Public HealthDDC classification: 338.473621 Online resources: Click here to access online
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Springer eBooksSummary: The book presents a basic introduction to epidemiology from the perspective of economics, using economic modeling to better understand and describe how infectious disease spreads. Three main elements are introduced: epidemiology, social network analysis, and the economics needed to model the behavior of individuals in the presence of infectious disease. The book aims to provide a starting point for discussion between medical professionals, social scientists and public health officials, the three groups interested in the spread of disease.
Preface -- Introduction -- Part I: Epidemic Modeling -- Part II: Merging Economics and Epidemiology -- Part III: An Introduction to Social Interactions -- Part IV: Strategic Decision Making.
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Preface -- Introduction -- Part I: Epidemic Modeling -- Part II: Merging Economics and Epidemiology -- Part III: An Introduction to Social Interactions -- Part IV: Strategic Decision Making.
The book presents a basic introduction to epidemiology from the perspective of economics, using economic modeling to better understand and describe how infectious disease spreads. Three main elements are introduced: epidemiology, social network analysis, and the economics needed to model the behavior of individuals in the presence of infectious disease. The book aims to provide a starting point for discussion between medical professionals, social scientists and public health officials, the three groups interested in the spread of disease.
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