Authors: Hywel C. Williams, David P. Strachan
Dermato-epidemiology, the study of the distribution and causes of skin diseases in human populations, has expanded rapidly over the past 14 years. Dermatologists working in this field must approach the subject with a sound understanding of epidemiological principles, and conversely,
epidemiologists need to be aware of the clinical issues that dermatologists deal with day in and day out. The Challenge of Dermato-Epidemiology, brings scientists from both disciplines together in the
pursuit of describing, comparing, and evaluating the distribution, causes, and prevention of skin diseases in populations.
Edited by a dermatologist and an epidemiologist, this textbook provides a review of the most…
