Edward Elgar Publishing Edward Elgar Research Handbook on Socio-Legal Studies of Medicine

This Research Handbook on Socio-Legal Studies of Medicine and Health provides deep insights into a vital and understudied field. Part of the Research Handbooks in Law and Society series, this volume addresses the complex, interdisciplinary questions surrounding global health, which remains a major challenge in the modern era. Through various interdisciplinary chapters, the text examines how the field of medicine creates new questions regarding law, regulation, and the state. It also explores how legal frameworks intersect with health and medicine across every level of society. By bringing together leading international scholars, this handbook assembles concrete case studies to provide a comprehensive look at the subject. Whether you are a researcher, legal professional, or student, this collection offers a necessary perspective on the relationship between legal systems and medical practices. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the regulatory landscape of global health and the evolving role of the state in medical matters.