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The Sociology of the Health Service by Routledge provides a deep sociological analysis of modern health policy. This text addresses the urgent need for academic insight into how health services function and evolve within society. It explores a wide range of critical topics, including the impact of privatisation, the complexities of health service management, and the role of health education. Readers will examine the politics of professional power and how it shapes medical landscapes. The book also provides a detailed historical review of how sociology has contributed to health policy development. By looking at past contributions, it sets a clear agenda for future sociological health policy research. This is an essential resource for students and professionals interested in the intersection of social science and healthcare systems.

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Comprehensive sociological analysis of current health policy and its societal impacts.

Detailed examination of privatisation and the management of health services.

In-depth look at health education and the politics of professional power.

Historical review regarding the contributions of sociology to health policy.

Strategic proposals for a sociological health policy research agenda.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
13 November 2017
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26 July 2017

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