Book Details

• Author: Jennie Naidoo & Jane Wills

• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan

• Language: English

• Edition: 2023

• ISBN: 9789819901746

• Pages: 382

• Cover: Hardback

• Sale Territory: This edition may not be sold outside India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.

About the Book

This comprehensive and authoritative fourth edition of Health Studies delivers a robust introduction to the multidisciplinary field of health, designed to cater to both students and aspiring professionals. It uniquely compiles a range of perspectives—epidemiology, psychology, human and environmental geography, anthropology, and more—into a single volume, offering a well-rounded understanding of health in today’s world.

The book emphasizes the importance of viewing complex health issues, such as obesity, through an interdisciplinary lens. A notable addition to this edition is a dedicated chapter on sports and exercise science, providing an applied scientific perspective on physiology—ideal for those aiming for careers in the sports or leisure industry.

Every chapter is structured with learner-friendly features including reflective questions, case studies, and learning tasks. The “connections” section within each chapter helps link themes across disciplines, while the recurring case study on obesity, food, and diet encourages real-world application of concepts.

Written by leading experts in each field, this text is not only comprehensive and accessible but also well-aligned with contemporary educational needs. It is an essential resource for students in health studies, public health, and allied health professions seeking to understand the intersections of biology, policy, society, and economics in shaping health outcomes.