"An Understanding of Public Health is a Critical Component of Good Citizenship and a Prerequisite for Taking Responsibility for Building Healthy Societies."

—The Association of American Colleges and Universities

preparing students to be on the front lines of disease prevention and health promotion

Written for Undergraduates

With a commitment to quality, the Essential Public Health Series was designed to meet the ASPPH and AAC&U recommendations for undergraduate education.


Clear, Consistent Approach

Offering a consistent format and pedagogy, each text offers a variety of features, from cases, vignettes and real-life examples to tables, charts, and figures that build on and clarify concepts.


Unparalleled Authorship

Written by experienced educators and noted experts in their field, our Series authors, many internationally renowned, include Richard Riegelman, Lisa Sullivan, Richard Skolnik, Joel Teitelbaum, Sara Wilensky, James Johnson, and more.

Comprehensive, Consistent, and Clear—This Series is Unlike Anything Else Available Today

Using a consistent design and structure including chapter objectives, discussion questions, as well as ample tables, charts, and figures, the series provides a familiar and comfortable format for students and faculty.

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The Undergraduate Public Health Movement

The last decade has seen exponential growth of undergraduate majors and minors. This growth has been driven by the recognition that the skills and knowledge of public health should be part of liberal arts education and that public health is an excellent preparation for a wide range of health professions. Browse these resources to learn more.

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The Authors

The Essential Public Health series authors are highly regarded experts with experience and accolades within their field. They are experienced public health professors, many of whom have received teaching awards reflecting their skills and enthusiasm for teaching. The authors have worked together to ensure their books fit together as an integrated whole.

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