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The aim of this chapter is to introduce the discipline of sociology and to focus, in particular, on the significance of the sociological study of health, illness and medicine for health related professions. Based on years of experience teaching sociology to healthcare students, lani russell has written a truly introductory text which explains the main sociological concepts without jargon or becoming too advanced. This module will build on the reading and understanding of the sociology of health and illness gained in year 1, enabling students to develop a critical understanding of gender, family structure demographic shifts and professional interactions. Sociology for health professionals in ireland is a text that will find a welcome place on the bookshelves of irish health professionals. Sociology is a core topic for all trainee health professionals, but many struggle to get to grips with it and to see what sociology has to offer. In order to do so it is necessary to begin by establishing the scope and remit of sociology as a subject area and as an explanatory method.
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