""A much needed, eminently readable, concise and practical textbook
... New issues on humanitarian reform, non-communicable diseases,
equity, corruption, and the role of military and private security
firms are only some of the topics that have not been included in
previous text books on this subject. I highly recommend this book
for students and practitioners who wish to learn about the subject
or simply update themselves on the latest developments in the field
of conflict and public health."
Paul Spiegel, Deputy Director of the Division of Programme Support
and Management at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
(UNHCR), Switzerland
"These are the most difficult environments to program in;
physically, emotionally, politically and morally. Providing public
health support and assistance here demands courage, rigor, a
commitment to professionalism and an obsession with evidence. This
book provides just such a foundation, equipping the student and
practitioner to better understand the nature of conflict, the
theory and practice of humanitarian assistance and the
possibilities for recovery after conflict. It is destined to become
an obligatory text for all humanitarian professionals."
Dr. Peter Walker, Irwin H. Rosenberg Professor of Nutrition and
Human Security, Tufts University, USA
"This book is a unique and valuable addition to the study of the
health consequences of conflict. In a concise and easy-to-read
format, it provides the reader with a clear overview of a broad
range of potentially complex issues, including context, policy,
health interventions, field management, and post-conflict
reconstruction. Few other texts have tackled the theory and
practice of humanitarian health as effectively and
succinctly."
Richard Brennan, Director of Emergency Risk Management and
Humanitarian Response, World Health Organization"
Part of the popular "Understanding Public Health" series, this
book provides an introductory overview of current health-related
challenges and policy debates on appropriate responses to different
humanitarian conflicts. Written by experts, it explores the context
of conflict and health, the interventions used in humanitarian
crises and post-conflict resolution issues.
The book is packed with international case studies and real life
examples, which will assist healthcare professionals and students
to: Explain the political, economic and social factors contributing
to conflict Interpret the effects of conflict on health Consider
context-sensitive interventions for acute and chronic healthcare
delivery and security Describe key issues in the transition from
relief to rehabilitation, health systems strengthening, and
post-conflict recovery Knowledge of humanitarian principles, actors
and methods is integral to effective action at policy and field
levels in conflict-affected settings. This timely book will provide
the ideal starting point.
"Understanding Public Health" is an innovative series published
by Open University Press in collaboration with the London School of
Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
Series Editors: Rosalind Plowman and Nicki Thorogood.
"Contributors Fiona Campbell, Steve Commins, Sophia Craig,
Nadine Ezard, Michelle Gayer, Peter Giesen, Andre Griekspoor,
Rukhsana Haider, Michiel Hofman, Mazeda Hossain, Natasha Howard,
Chris Lewis, Adrianna Murphy, James Pallet, Valerie Parcival,
Preeti Patel, Paul Sender, Egbert Sondorp, Jean-Francois Trani,
Peter Ventevogel and Annemarie ter Veen."
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