Stephen Harrison & Ruth McDonald 
The Politics of Healthcare in Britain [EPUB ebook] 

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′This is an excellent textbook for which there is currently a niche in the market. The chapters on rationing, professionalism, politics of clinical knowledge and the politics of democracy and participation are particularly strong and will be invaluable to students of health policy, health studies and health service research′ –
Professor Michael Calnan, University of Bristol

Written by leading academics in their field, this book provides a clear and considered overview of the politics of health care in Britain. Bringing together a wide range of material on both past events and recent developments, the chapters cover issues such as the politics of health professionalism, clinical knowledge and organisation and management.


Each chapter offers a a unique combination of theory, historical detail and analysis of contemporary events. It features case studies to illustrate how policy has evolved and developed in recent years, and the implications these changes have for practice. Written in an accessible style the chapters also include comprehensive introductions, summaries and further reading sections. The final chapter is based on three detailed case studies that illuminate the tensions and debates discussed throughout the book.


The Politics of Healthcare in Britain is a timely and authoritative textbook that covers a key topic of the curriculum whilst also contributing to topical debates. The book will be essential reading for students of social policy, health policy, public policy and nursing. It will also be of interest to policy makers and practitioners in the field of health care.

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Table des matières

The Politics of Health Care Resources and Rationing
The Politics of Health Professionalism
The Politics of Clinical Knowledge
The Politics of Organisation and Management
The Politics of Democracy and Participation
The Politics of Health Care Policy Making
The Politics of Contradiction – Three Case Studies

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Langue Anglais ● Format EPUB ● Pages 216 ● ISBN 9781446238387 ● Taille du fichier 1.1 MB ● Maison d’édition SAGE Publications ● Lieu London ● Pays GB ● Publié 2007 ● Édition 1 ● Téléchargeable 24 mois ● Devise EUR ● ID 3106563 ● Protection contre la copie Adobe DRM
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