This revised edition equips students with up-to-date information on a variety of global health topics and perspectives. It prepares readers with a basic perspective of health policy issues in various geographical regions, and explains how they are affected by significant world events. *Contains up-to-date information on a variety of global health topics*Summary of health policy issues across the globe and how they are affected by significant world events*Cultural, religious, economic, and political influences are outlined to guide students through the text*Edited by a nursing professor who understands student needs; most contributing authors are nursing professors*Includes coverage of new infectious diseases as well as updated current diseases