Understanding Public Health in Africa

This innovative textbook, written by an author based in Zambia, provides an invaluable perspective on the key public health issues that Africa is facing today. In addition to outlining the fundamental principles of public health, the book highlights the specific challenges faced in low-resource settings across the continent. It is split into four parts. Part I covers the core concepts of public health, including the different determinants that affect public health, as well as how health systems