Mahajan & Gupta Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine. Fourth Edition

Abstract

Mahajan & Gupta Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, Fourth Edition is an academic textbook that addresses the fundamental principles and practices of preventive medicine and public health. The book focuses on the prevention and control of diseases, health promotion, epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, nutrition, maternal and child health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, and the organization of health services. It provides a systematic overview of the factors influencing health and disease within individuals and communities, emphasizing preventive strategies, community-based interventions, and public health approaches to improving population health. The textbook serves as a reference for students and professionals in medicine, nursing, public health, and related health sciences. It supports the understanding of disease prevention, health education, and the development of effective public health practices.