Second Opinion: An Introduction to Health Sociology

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John Germov (Pro Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor, University of Newcastle (Australia))

Second Opinion

An Introduction to Health Sociology

John Germov (Pro Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor, University of Newcastle (Australia))

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OUP Australia and New Zealand
25 September 2018

Sociology; Medical sociology

Second Opinion: An Introduction to Health Sociology, sixth edition, is the leading health sociology textbook for Australian students. Accompanied by comprehensive online resources with innovative teaching and learning materials, this outstanding teaching text introduces students to the theories, concepts, issues and contexts of health sociology.NEW TO THIS EDITIONNew chapters: 11 – Young People’s Health; 12 – The Social Determinants of Obesity; 18 – Health and Medical TechnologyChapter introductory vignettes encourage a sociologically reflexive approachDoing Health Sociology boxes link theory to practice as well as highlight sociological research and theories for informing health care practice, health policy, and public understanding of the social origins of health and illnessPause and Reflect questions have been integrated to assist in students’ understanding of the contentUp-to-date documentaries and films that relate to chapter themes.

By: John Germov (Pro Vice-Chancellor Pro Vice-Chancellor University of Newcastle (Australia))
Imprint: OUP Australia and New Zealand
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 6th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 249mm, Width: 205mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1g
ISBN: 9780190306489
ISBN 10: 0190306483
Pages: 637
Publication Date: 25 September 2018
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Germov (PhD) is Professor of Sociology and Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Education and Arts at the University of Newcastle (Australia). He is the President of the Australasian Council of Deans of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (DASSH), the peak national body on research and teaching in humanities and social sciences. John is a former President of the Australian Sociological Association and served on the Executive of the International Sociological Association.