Sociology 201 - Sociology of Medicine

Health is often considered a biological process, but how healthy you are is influenced by far
more than your genes or the decisions you make. In this course, we will think sociologically
about health, the human body, the U.S. healthcare system, and the social forces influencing our well-being. We
will dive into the intersections of health and medicine and follow two broad questions: (1) What
are social determinants of health, and (2) how do they affect people differently? By the end of
the course, you will have developed an understanding of the interaction between health and
social institutions, location, and individual experiences.

Enrollment limit 25 students. Fall Semester. Professor Kathryn Reynolds.