In his 25 years as a surgeon, Kees van Laarhoven has witnessed the development of a disease-oriented care system that is undesirable and unsustainable. Fascinated by the questions of how and why did this all happen, he took up a scientific survey to comprehend and learn how this could be changed. All involved in healthcare and environmental sectors, and the public concerned about health for all: join him on this survey.
Book DetailsThis volume explores eight major databases with historical population data and their impact on research. The databases have greatly expanded research possibilities in history, demography, sociology, and other disciplines. The volume serves as an essential resource for scholars in the field of historical life course studies, offering insights into the transformative power of these databases and their potential for future advancements.
Book DetailsTwenty-three major databases with historical longitudinal population data are discussed in this edited volume, tracing their origins, expansion, and technical details. The importance of these databases in advancing knowledge in (historical) demography, sociology and related fields is demonstrated. The collection provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date overview of large databases worldwide and is essential for scholars in the broader field of historical life course studies.
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