,The Book is dedicated to the revered memory of my husband
DR. JOHN EVERETT PARK
B.A., M.D., D.P.H., F.l.P.H.A., F.A.M.S.
the founder of this title
,
, PREFACE
It is indeed gratifying that this book has seen twenty two successful editions
and is now entering the twenty-third edition with a brand new look. This new
edition is in keeping with the tradition of release of new editions at regular
intervals, with the objective to match the pace of everchanging subject matter.
The book has been thoroughly updated and revised.
The Chapter on Communicable Diseases now contains the new treatment
guidelines released by WHO (2013) for HIV/AIDS and December 2014 guidelines
for post-exposure prophylaxis of HIV and use of cotrimoxazole in HIV cases. New
treatment and diagnostic directives (2013) against malaria by Government of
India have been incorporated. WHO has issued updated guidance on definitions
of cases and treatment of tuberculosis to accomodate diagnosis using Xpert, MIB/
RIF and other WHO endorsed molecular tests. These definitions now replace the
2006 definitions. Extensive work is going on in MOR-TB investigations and
treatment in different situations, e.g., adult tubercular cases, paediatric cases, TB
with HIV/AIDS, during pregnancy etc. These regimens have been covered in
detail. Ebola Virus Disease has been included in re-emerging Diseases. Soil
transmitted helminthiasis contains new matter.
Chapter on Health Programmes in India now contains new plans introduced in
2013 and 2014 i.e., National Health Mission, National Urban Health Mission,
RMNCH+A strategy (2013), India Newborn Action Plan (2014) etc. The chapter
also contains details about NACP-IV, latest on RNTCP, malaria and leprosy.
The other topics of interest are Global Hunger Index, the current situation
about Millennium Development Goals, revised classification of adverse events
following immunization, the new and updated matter about child and maternal
mortality, Mission Indradhanush (launched on 25th December 2014), and many
more. 121h Five Year Plan replaces the l l 1h Plan.
In conclusion, I wish to express my gratitude to all those undergraduate and
postgraduate students whose comments and encouragement has helped me to
keep the book upto-date.
Lastly, I extend my appreciation to Mr. Brij Mohan Bhanot for the care
bestowed in publication of this book.
Jabalpur K.PARK
January 2015
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DR. JOHN EVERETT PARK
B.A., M.D., D.P.H., F.l.P.H.A., F.A.M.S.
the founder of this title
,
, PREFACE
It is indeed gratifying that this book has seen twenty two successful editions
and is now entering the twenty-third edition with a brand new look. This new
edition is in keeping with the tradition of release of new editions at regular
intervals, with the objective to match the pace of everchanging subject matter.
The book has been thoroughly updated and revised.
The Chapter on Communicable Diseases now contains the new treatment
guidelines released by WHO (2013) for HIV/AIDS and December 2014 guidelines
for post-exposure prophylaxis of HIV and use of cotrimoxazole in HIV cases. New
treatment and diagnostic directives (2013) against malaria by Government of
India have been incorporated. WHO has issued updated guidance on definitions
of cases and treatment of tuberculosis to accomodate diagnosis using Xpert, MIB/
RIF and other WHO endorsed molecular tests. These definitions now replace the
2006 definitions. Extensive work is going on in MOR-TB investigations and
treatment in different situations, e.g., adult tubercular cases, paediatric cases, TB
with HIV/AIDS, during pregnancy etc. These regimens have been covered in
detail. Ebola Virus Disease has been included in re-emerging Diseases. Soil
transmitted helminthiasis contains new matter.
Chapter on Health Programmes in India now contains new plans introduced in
2013 and 2014 i.e., National Health Mission, National Urban Health Mission,
RMNCH+A strategy (2013), India Newborn Action Plan (2014) etc. The chapter
also contains details about NACP-IV, latest on RNTCP, malaria and leprosy.
The other topics of interest are Global Hunger Index, the current situation
about Millennium Development Goals, revised classification of adverse events
following immunization, the new and updated matter about child and maternal
mortality, Mission Indradhanush (launched on 25th December 2014), and many
more. 121h Five Year Plan replaces the l l 1h Plan.
In conclusion, I wish to express my gratitude to all those undergraduate and
postgraduate students whose comments and encouragement has helped me to
keep the book upto-date.
Lastly, I extend my appreciation to Mr. Brij Mohan Bhanot for the care
bestowed in publication of this book.
Jabalpur K.PARK
January 2015
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