Kirkman Allison (19 results)

Super octavo softcover (VG+); photos available on request; all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.…

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Hardback. Condition: New. 1st ed. 2016. This book comprehensively explores social, political and cultural dimensions of health in contemporary society.  It addresses many issues and pertinent questions, including the following: Are we over diagnosed and over medicated? How can patients participate in their own care? Do pharmaceutical companies coerce us into medication regimes? What drives inequalities in health outcomes? What is the experience of health care for indigenous communities? Why do different countries have such different health care systems? How do we respond to life-changing conditions? Can we achieve a 'good death'? How do new genetics shape our identities? Is public health a force of liberation or disempowerment? The book incorporates the range of levels of influence on health, covering individual patient experiences, the health professions, multinational corporations, the state, global organisations as well as examining trends in social organisation, cultural expression and technological developments. It volume provides an accessible, yet in-depth, overview and discussion of the sociology of health. The chapters include an illustrative case study and further readings relating to the topic.…

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Condition: New. In English.

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Condition: New. pp. 190.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 9.50x6.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Gebunden. Condition: New. Integrates theoretical perspectives and empirical workTakes an international perspective and compares indigenous health across settler societiesExplores major content areas in the health social sciencesDraws on decades of research.

Hardback. Condition: New. 1st ed. 2016. This book comprehensively explores social, political and cultural dimensions of health in contemporary society.  It addresses many issues and pertinent questions, including the following: Are we over diagnosed and over medicated? How can patients participate in their own care? Do pharmaceutical companies coerce us into medication regimes? What drives inequalities in health outcomes? What is the experience of health care for indigenous communities? Why do different countries have such different health care systems? How do we respond to life-changing conditions? Can we achieve a 'good death'? How do new genetics shape our identities? Is public health a force of liberation or disempowerment? The book incorporates the range of levels of influence on health, covering individual patient experiences, the health professions, multinational corporations, the state, global organisations as well as examining trends in social organisation, cultural expression and technological developments. It volume provides an accessible, yet in-depth, overview and discussion of the sociology of health. The chapters include an illustrative case study and further readings relating to the topic.…

Condition: New. pp. 258.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 9.50x6.50x0.75 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 190.

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. Integrates theoretical perspectives and empirical workTakes an international perspective and compares indigenous health across settler societiesExplores major content areas in the health social sciencesDraws on decades of research.…

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 190.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 258.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 258.