Health and Illness in a Changing Society

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The book explores the deeply personal nature of health and illness, emphasizing their significance in achieving a fulfilling life. It critically examines how social changes influence individual experiences of health and illness, highlighting the anxiety that illness can provoke. Additionally, it discusses various sociological perspectives on health, noting that while some concepts from the past two decades are still applicable, many require urgent updates to remain relevant in contemporary social health research.