Sociology of Health and Illness

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This course examines the sociological view of health, illness, and the delivery of medical care in contemporary society. It includes social and social-psychological factors involved in being ill; social relationships and organizations that are connected with medical treatment the roles of providers and patients; and national health care systems around the world. This course integrates recent research in the field of medical sociology and highlights the importance of race, class, and gender throughout.