SOC 553 Social Inequalities in Health
To what extent are social conditions related to health and illness? Who gets sick and who stays healthy? This course introduces students to the study of social inequalities in health, illness, and health care of individuals and populations. We will examine trends in health disparities and explore the social causes of these patterns. Students will consider key social determinants of health outcomes including: socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, social relationships, gender, and health care. We will also explore potential policy solutions to reduce health inequalities. The course will focus on contributions from sociology and social demography, but also draw from research streams that include public health, social epidemiology, public policy, and economics.
Cross Listed Courses
SOC 353 & SOC 553