Healthier Societies: From Analysis to Action

by Jody Heymann, Robert G. Evans, Morris L. Barer, et al.

Book Overview

Extensive research has shown that social factors are as important as biological ones in determining health, and their impact is enormous in both adults and children. The challenge of changing public policies and programs remains. Healthier Societies: From Analysis to Action addresses the fundamental questions which will lead the way toward countries investing seriously in improving social conditions, as a way of improving population health.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019517920X
• ISBN13: 9780195179200
• Release Date: November 2005
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.4"