Overview

Drawing on the latest international sociological research, this monograph takes a critical look at contemporary developments, discourses, and debate on pharmaceuticals and society.
  • Key issues covered include pharmaceuticals and medicalization and the science and politics of drug development, testing, and regulation
  • Investigates the constructions of pharmaceuticals in professional and popular culture and the meaning and use of medications in everyday life
  • Investigates pharmaceuticals, consumerism, and citizenship and the impact of innovation and expectations regarding pharmaceutical futures
  • Written in a lively, accessible style, with many engaging and important insights from key international figures in the field
ISBN-13

9781405190848

ISBN-10

1405190841

Weight

0.60 Pounds

Dimensions

6.00 x 0.52 x 9.00 In

List Price

$43.75

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

170 pages

Publisher

Wiley-Blackwell

Published On

2009-02-09


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