Global Health Care: Issues and Policies: Issues and Policies

Global Health Care: Issues and Policies, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive resource for nursing students focused on critical and timely global health topics. Written by academic authors, scientists and health practitioners, the Fourth Edition provides students with a foundational knowledge of health policy issues from various geographical regions. The goal of this text is to impart a well-rounded perspective to how certain areas around the globe are oftentimes significantly impacted by world events. New coverage of global infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases Zika virus and the World Health Organizations fight against Ebola in the Congo New chapter on Native American health issues New content on global neurological health issues with specific coverage of pain management Overview of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Expanded content on child maltreatment and abuse Updated content on Occupational health