Health and IllnessISBN: 978-0-7456-3031-1
Paperback
176 pages
March 2005, Polity
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Michael Bury provides a lively introduction to the sociology of
health and illness for students approaching the topic for the first
time. Drawing on classic writings and up-to-date research, he
discusses the conceptualization and patterning of health and
illness in contemporary society. He highlights a range of factors,
such as gender, age, ethnicity and class, which influence the
occurrence and distribution of illness over time. The book then
focuses on debates about the body, the role of health services and
the politics of health policy. In conclusion, Bury argues that we
must take a dynamic view of health and illness as processes that
are shaped by social circumstances and altering perceptions.
This short introduction will be essential reading for all students studying the sociology of health as part of their degree programme.