Public health and aging : maximizing function and well-being / Steven M. Albert, Vicki A. Freedman.

Author/creator Albert, Steven M., 1956-
Other author Freedman, Vicki A.
Format Book
Edition2nd ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Springer Pub. Co., ©2010.
Descriptionxvii, 427 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Introducing public health and aging -- Population aging : demographic and epidemiologic perspectives -- The aging and public health systems : building a healthy aging network -- Chronic disease in older adults -- Disability and functioning -- Cognitive function : dementia -- Affective and social function : suffering, neglect, isolation -- Aging, public health, and application of the quality-of-life paradigm -- Aging, public health, and long-term care -- Mortality and end-of-life care -- Ethical issues in public health and aging.
Local noteLaupus-WCP
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2009032284
ISBN9780826121516 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0826121519 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN9780826121523 (ebook)
ISBN0826121527 (ebook)

Availability

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Laupus Books - Stacks WT 31 A333P 2010 ✔ Available Place Hold