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Book Synopsis: The most thorough major academic textbook available, this classic text presents the most important research studies in the field. The author also integrates engaging first-person accounts from patients, physicians, and other health care providers throughout the text. A much greater number of first person accounts and updated examples are added to the new fourteenth edition.
Other updates include:
- Coverage of Zika, Ebola, MERS, and updates on other pandemics
- Expanded discussion of obesity as a disease
- Coverage of the widening gap in life expectancy between the rich and the poor
- New information on the decline of life expectancy among American white women, especially those who live in rural counties
- New material on biomarkers, gene–environment interaction, and stress
- Analysis of the role of the hidden curriculum in medical schools
- Exiting the Affordable Care Act
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Discover the ultimate resource in the field of medical sociology with our bestselling textbook. With its comprehensive coverage and engaging first-person accounts, this classic text is a must-have for students and professionals alike. Packed with the latest research studies and updated examples, the new fourteenth edition offers an even more in-depth examination of the social aspects of health and healthcare.
Stay up to date with the latest developments in the field, including coverage of recent pandemics like Zika, Ebola, and MERS. Dive into the discussion on obesity as a disease and explore the widening gap in life expectancy between different socioeconomic groups. The new edition also sheds light on the alarming decline in life expectancy among American white women and the unique challenges faced by those in rural areas.
Gain insights into the fascinating world of medical sociology, with new material on biomarkers, gene-environment interactions, and stress. Explore the significant role of the hidden curriculum in medical schools and understand its impact on healthcare professionals. Additionally, delve into the timely analysis of the Affordable Care Act and its effects on the healthcare system.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and deepen your understanding of medical sociology. Experience the wealth of information and firsthand accounts that make this textbook a standout resource. Take your studies or professional career to the next level and make a lasting impact on the field. Get your copy of the fourteenth edition now!
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