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This book draws on the growing body of recent literature to offer a comprehensive collection of articles written by a panel of expert contributors who represent a broad range of fields.sociology, epidemiology, public health, ecology, politics, organizing, and advocacy. Each article explores a particular aspect of health inequalities and demonstrates how the sources of health inequalities are rooted in injustices associated with racism, sex discrimination, and social class. This book examines the political implications of various perspectives used to explain health inequities and explores alternative strategies for eliminating them.

ISBN 9780787967338Edition 01Binding Paper