This book presents an introduction to modern public health seen from the perspective of practitioners of public health medicine. Written for non-practitioners interested in public health and as an essential introduction for those considering a career in public health medicine, the book uses illustrative case studies to demonstrate the practical application of public health techniques. In demonstrating the value of this approach, the book argues for the adoption of a realist health policy and radical reform of clinical medicine - to achieve public health. The skills of public health physicians are central to planning health services, purchasing effective and cost-effective treatments, and improving the quality of services. It is vital that those who plan and deliver health care understand their work and appreciate their contribution. This book describes that contribution, and provides a powerful analysis of the challenges the NHS and the wider community face in improving health.

When a newly-arrived migrant girl is kidnapped as she walks to school, the police are baffled. But not her classmates, Tom Sinclair and Anna Kavanagh, who set out to find her and bring her captors to justice. A heart-warming story of two children's courage and persistence as they battle the odds for the sake of their friend.

Join Ace, a mischievous but kind hearted mouse, on the adventure of a lifetime as he finds himself lost in Boston's famed Fenway Park. Along the way he dodges the cagey, Homer the Hawk, before befriending a home-run baseball named Stitch. Ace and Stitch survive some wacky encounters!! Together Ace and Stitch become best friends and make a home on top of the famous Green Monster. The sights, sounds and smells of Boston's pride and joy, Fenway Park, are brought to life in illustrations done expertly in bold and vibrant colors. Let this book take you step by step, along a tour of Boston's historically famous park. This heartwarming tale will be a hit for any young or old baseball fan who knows the true meaning of being a "winner" both on and off the field. A true treasure of friendship that's sure to be a homerun!