Have you ever pondered the origins of health inequalities? How gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, and class interplay with health? What role does technology play in healthcare? Is there a link between climate change and health, and what can sociology reveal about pandemics? This comprehensive textbook is your guide to understanding these intricate questions, offering a comprehensive overview of pivotal sociological debates, themes, theories, and research in the realm of health and society.
Notable Features:
Embraces a Global Lens: Utilizing comparative examples from around the world
Confronts Vital Healthcare Discussions: Including climate change’s impact on the environment, the interplay of pandemics and society, racism’s influence, health inequalities, and gender identity’s significance
Demystifying Complexities: Utilizes straightforward language to make intricate topics accessible
Amplifying Learning: Instructors can access an array of supplementary teaching resources via the SAGE website
While tailored primarily for health and social care students and medical professionals, this textbook provides valuable insights for anyone intrigued by the social dimensions of health.