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The New Public Health Law: A Transdisciplinary Approach to Practice and Advocacy
Public health law isn't just for lawyers. Or at least it doesn't have to be.
Originally published in 2018, The New Public Health Law was the first textbook to arm lawyers and public health professionals of any background with the tools to fully exploit the potential of law to improve public health. This refreshed second edition furthers the transdisciplinary approach of the first edition with key updates to case law and evolving legal changes in response to COVID-19 and worsening health inequities.
Suitable for courses in public health, law, and social work, this helpful guidebook offers straightforward chapters that move through the life cycle of public health law practice and legal epidemiology from policy development and advocacy to enforcement and evaluation. It breaks down complex legal processes into discrete and understandable stages with case studies across a wide range of health subjects including chronic disease prevention, injuries and violence, maternal and child health, infectious disease preparedness and response, and food and drug safety.
Supported by an online teacher's guide and written for readers of any background, The New Public Health Law, Second Edition is an indispensable roadmap for the difficult work of crafting and improving public health law.
Originally published in 2018, The New Public Health Law was the first textbook to arm lawyers and public health professionals of any background with the tools to fully exploit the potential of law to improve public health. This refreshed second edition furthers the transdisciplinary approach of the first edition with key updates to case law and evolving legal changes in response to COVID-19 and worsening health inequities.
Suitable for courses in public health, law, and social work, this helpful guidebook offers straightforward chapters that move through the life cycle of public health law practice and legal epidemiology from policy development and advocacy to enforcement and evaluation. It breaks down complex legal processes into discrete and understandable stages with case studies across a wide range of health subjects including chronic disease prevention, injuries and violence, maternal and child health, infectious disease preparedness and response, and food and drug safety.
Supported by an online teacher's guide and written for readers of any background, The New Public Health Law, Second Edition is an indispensable roadmap for the difficult work of crafting and improving public health law.
344 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2022
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March 28, 2026
Definitively the first textbook I have actually read in my entire educational career. Which really speaks volumes for what this book accomplishes and is a testament to the endearing voice we hear from the authors throughout this text. One might assume this would be dry or anaemic. Instead it confidently works through each definition and discipline with charmingly clear descriptions and intentions. The transdisciplinary approach is highly emphasized along with the importance of collaboration and communication. Experts in each field are similarly lifted to a pedestal and encouraged to engage in the Public Health process where applicable. Finally, the call to action is genuine and inspiring. Loved it.
July 27, 2026
Really solid book for those with little experience in law, ties information in with real and relatable healthcare and public health laws and situations
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