ISBN : 9781529683325
Author : Anne-Marie Barry
Publisher : Sage
Year : 2026
Language : English
Type : Book
Description : Why do health inequalities exist? How do gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity or class affect health? How do climate change and technology impact health and illness? Written in a clear, student-friendly style, this is an exploration of the key sociological debates, themes and theories as they relate to health. Taking a global perspective, it is packed with comparative examples, case studies and activities, showing how sociology can answer complex questions about health and illness and make you a better practitioner. In this book you will: