SW 112 Medical Sociology

An examination of contemporary social phenomena associated with health and illness and the dissemination of health care, both nationally and internationally. Analysis of regional, national and international data on the health status of a variety of populations will be examined. In addition, the intersection of health, healthcare delivery, demography, economic trends, and the swift pace of changing technology--both medical and non-medical--will be explored. Societal implications for the future will be discussed. Fieldwork required.