{"title":"David Skegg","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by David Skegg, a distinguished figure in the field of public health. Skegg's insightful explorations into health and epidemiology provide invaluable perspectives for anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics that govern population health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis notable book, \u003cem\u003eThe Health of the People\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into public health issues with depth and clarity. It offers readers a comprehensive overview of the challenges and triumphs in safeguarding the wellbeing of communities. Skegg’s ability to distil intricate data into engaging narratives makes his work accessible and essential for both professionals in the field and the curious reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore David Skegg's contributions to public health and enrich your understanding of the vital factors influencing our health systems today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-health-of-the-people-by-david-skegg-9781988545585","title":"The Health of the People","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn August 2016, 40 per cent of the residents of Havelock North were suddenly struck down by a serious bacterial infection. The outbreak of campylobacter, caused by the contamination of the water supply with sheep faeces, hospitalised forty-five people and left at least three dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEminent public health researcher David Skegg argues that the Havelock North campylobacter outbreak was not a random event. Instead, it highlights fundamental weaknesses in our country's health infrastructure. To prevent future public health disasters, he explains, New Zealand must invest in society-wide public health. There also needs to be political will to counteract the forces that damage health. Personal health care is important, but we neglect public health at our peril.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Health of the People\u003c\/em\u003e provides an insightful analysis into the events leading to the outbreak and offers solutions for improving public health systems to safeguard against future crises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844310520044,"sku":"9781988545585","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4511cdbef56db10945aded39c2886575.jpg?v=1758835871"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/david-skegg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}