Bøger af Wilbert Gesler

A clear, stimulating introduction to the relationship between the "hard" and "soft" sciences of medicine and cultural geography, as seen in many countries around the world. Gesler argues that medical systems must be seen in a social context in order to cut costs and provide effective treatment.

Describes a range of research approaches which have been used to study the health care problems of adults living in rural areas. This work shows how these approaches can be used to define health care problems, measure levels of illness and health, and evaluate health care practices.