The fourth edition of this comprehensive introductory community health text continues to effectively address the health issues facing today's communities. With emphasis on developing the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in health education, the text covers such topics as epidemiology, community organization, program planning, minority health, health care, mental health, environmental health, drugs, safety, and occupational health. An Introduction to Community Health incorporates a variety of pedagogical elements that assist and encourage students to understand and complex community health issues.