SY 375 - Sociology of Health and Illness

Institution:

Stetson University

Subject:

Description:

Examination of the social and cultural dimensions of health, illness, and health care delivery; foci include the hospital, the medical professions, attitudes and beliefs about health, and social and demographic factors in the distribution of illness. Examination of debates about the financing and organization of health care and alternatives to the traditional practice of medicine.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.stetson.edu

Phone Number:

(386) 822-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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