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Dive into the essential resource for understanding global health with our expertly crafted book, ISBN 9781509504176, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2018. This enlightening text spans 246 pages and gives a comprehensive overview of global health studies, making it a vital addition to any health professional's library. The authors utilize social scientific insights to dissect intricate global health trends, moving beyond mere epidemiological data. Readers will explore topics such as health policy, global governance, and the socio-political dynamics that shape health outcomes worldwide. Our book provides a unique framework through the social determinants of health and life course approaches, inviting critical reflection on key themes like power, inequality, and inequity that affect health on a global scale. Whether you are a student, educator, or health professional, this book lays the groundwork for a thorough understanding of global health issues and the complexities of interconnected health systems. The inclusion of international examples and case studies enriches the learning experience, making it an indispensable text for those pursuing careers in health, public health, or allied health professions. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509504176
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 246
Description:
A global view of health offers a richer understanding of ways of measuring, improving and sustaining health both in individual national settings and in the context of a strongly interconnected world. This book draws on social scientific insights and explanations to examine trends in global health. Moving beyond an epidemiological analysis, the authors use a social determinants framework and life course approaches to offer a critical introduction to the study of global healthThrough individual chapters focusing on topics such as health policy, global governance, health systems and health-related protests, the authors present the scope of global health studies and introduce readers to broader ranging issues such as globalization and political forces. Key themes such as power, inequality and inequity -Ă‚Â and their impact on health on a global scale -Ă‚Â recur throughout the book. International examples and case studies are used to illustrate the discussion, which is further supported by opportunities for reflection and further reading. Ă‚Â Ă‚Â This book will be an important resource for students studying global health and will have broad relevance to those undertaking health, health-related and allied health professional courses.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509504176
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 246
Description:
A global view of health offers a richer understanding of ways of measuring, improving and sustaining health both in individual national settings and in the context of a strongly interconnected world. This book draws on social scientific insights and explanations to examine trends in global health. Moving beyond an epidemiological analysis, the authors use a social determinants framework and life course approaches to offer a critical introduction to the study of global healthThrough individual chapters focusing on topics such as health policy, global governance, health systems and health-related protests, the authors present the scope of global health studies and introduce readers to broader ranging issues such as globalization and political forces. Key themes such as power, inequality and inequity -Ă‚Â and their impact on health on a global scale -Ă‚Â recur throughout the book. International examples and case studies are used to illustrate the discussion, which is further supported by opportunities for reflection and further reading. Ă‚Â Ă‚Â This book will be an important resource for students studying global health and will have broad relevance to those undertaking health, health-related and allied health professional courses.