A Sociology of Health-Sage Publications Ltd (2008)
Key Points:
- Social Determinants of Health: Examines how social factors such as class, gender, race, and economic status impact health and healthcare access, contributing to health disparities.
- Healthcare Systems and Policy: Analyzes the organization of healthcare systems, the role of policy in health outcomes, and the social forces that influence healthcare delivery.
- Health and Society: Explores the relationship between health and broader societal trends, including globalization, social movements, and cultural attitudes towards health and illness.
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“A Sociology of Health” by Peter D. Theobald offers a critical examination of the social determinants of health and the societal factors that influence health behaviors, access to healthcare, and health outcomes. This book explores how social structures, inequalities, and cultural factors shape health in both individual and collective contexts.
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