The sociology and politics of health: a reader
Purdy, M. (ed.)|Banks, D. (ed.)
The sociology and politics of health: a reader - London Routledge 2001 - xiii, 272p.
Describes the part played by sociology and politics in the health care practice. Examines health, illness and availability of health care in relation to social stratification. Looks at social inequalities in the issue of health such as unequal access to health care resources, the problems encountered in explaining their existence and the identification of policy options to deal with these inequalities. Explains the significance of receiving proper treatment by a skilled professional, and the developments in management and health policy.
0-415-23318-6
Sociology|Politics|Health|Social Problems|Health Policy
RA 418 .S6737 2001
The sociology and politics of health: a reader - London Routledge 2001 - xiii, 272p.
Describes the part played by sociology and politics in the health care practice. Examines health, illness and availability of health care in relation to social stratification. Looks at social inequalities in the issue of health such as unequal access to health care resources, the problems encountered in explaining their existence and the identification of policy options to deal with these inequalities. Explains the significance of receiving proper treatment by a skilled professional, and the developments in management and health policy.
0-415-23318-6
Sociology|Politics|Health|Social Problems|Health Policy
RA 418 .S6737 2001