Sociology of Global Health

1.5 credits · Undergraduate

Offers a critical appraisal of social, economic and political determinants of health and geopolitical factors impacting health, disease, the practice of medicine and long-term health outcomes. Explores the burden of disease between and within countries in contexts of poverty, colonial repercussions, war and economic marginalization. Draws on case studies from around the world to examine the consequences of health inequity as well as practices and proposals designed to address those inequities.