SOCI 2300 - The Sociology of Health And Medicine

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

Examines the social and cultural aspects of disease and the institutions devised to cope with it. Moving beyond the "medical model" of disease, the course explores illness as a social phenomenon, caused by social factors and defined in cultural terms. It also examines the organization of healthcare in the United States, including the rise of the professions, the financing of care and prospects for change. Offered annually.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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