Addresses the complex interactions between health, illness and culture by setting out anthropological theory, and integrating this with the practice of healthcare using real-life examples and case histories.

This book examines the role of cultural and social factors in our health, illness and medical care.

Praise for earlier edition: 'When with humility we are ready to use this excellent book, we will better apply our science toward improving the quality of life throughout the globe'Journal of the American Medical AssociationPraise for earlier edition: 'This book can be thoroughly recommended for its fresh perspective on medical transactions'The LancetPraise for earlier edition: 'It is clearly written and structured, a valuable source for current references, and easily accessible to the interested general reader or student of the field'Social Sciences in Health