Culture, Health and Illness: An Introduction for Health Professionals

by Cecil G. Helman

Since the first edition of 'Culture, Health & Illness was published in 1984, medical anthropology has grown enormously - as have its applications to a variety of different health problems. During this time the philosophy has adopted a more globalapproach to human health problems and in many countries there has been an upsurge of interest in the subject. International agencies such as the World Health Organisation are now also showing a greater interest in medical anthropology.

Genres: Nonfiction, Medicine, Health, Science, Textbooks, Psychology, Anthropology

354 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1984

Reviews

[Jaymee]

Perfect overview of medical anthropology yet without seeming like your ordinary textbook. Terms and concepts are well-defined and explained, with case studies that supplement your understanding.

[Miranda]

ANT 320: Culture & Disease

[Thaís Peruscello]

Só li capítulos 1,2,5,6,11 e 12.

[MissPosabule]

This book felt a little outdated at times, so I would have really loved to read a version with a few more modern examples. However, I appreciate how much valuable information was in this text.