„The book fills a niche in public health practice literature, especially the first two sections, which are broadly applicable andparticularly helpful.“ (Doody's Reviews, June 2009) „This has been written for pre-registration nurses as well aspublic health practitioners and it focuses, exactly as the titlestates, on public health practice. Easy to read and well laid outthere is a section on “how to use this book„ helpingthe reader to get the most out of any reading and exercises. Thebook has four sections (which are further subdivided into chapters)“Assessment of Public Health Need„, “Managementof Public Health Needs„, “Policies that impact„and finally “Facilitation of Public Health Activities". Practical examples are cited to illustrate points along withpractical tips and useful activities and case study examples tohelp the reader understand points and explore issues in their ownarea. The book integrates the 3 different approaches to publichealth with the 4 key principles and 10 occupational standards. This is a well written book that is likely to become an 'essentialtext' for many and find itself on reading lists forpre-registration nursing courses as well as other public healthcourses. This is comprehensive textbook on public health will be auseful resource for teachers and practitioners engaged in publichealth as well as students." (Journal of CommunityNursing)