Health and health care in South Africa (Paperback, 2nd ed)

A coherent "big picture" of the evolving health system in South Africa, along with the ensuing changes and challenges. Attempts to contextualise these developments historically and globally, and to critically assess them. Reviews progress and achievements, but also contemporary constraints and deficiencies in health performance. Aimed at researchers and lecturers, as well as senior and postgraduate students. Also a valuable reference work for practising health professionals, health planners, policy makers and managers. Contents include the following: National health care systems: trends, changes and reforms; the changing biophysical environment: impact on health and health conditions; HIV, AIDS and tuberculosis: trends, challenges and responses; medical ethics and human rights; hospitals and hospital reform; health care expenditure.

General

Imprint:	Van Schaik Publishers
Country of origin:	South Africa
Release date:	October 2012
Editors:	H.C.J. van Rensburg
Dimensions:	244 x 170 x 38mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	710
Edition:	2nd ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-627-03013-0
Categories:	Books > Medicine > General issues > Health systems & services > General Books > Varsity Textbooks Books > Local Author Showcase Books > Academic & Education > Varsity Textbooks > Health & Medical Promotions Books > Academic & Education > UNISA > Health & Medical Books > Academic & Education > University Of Johannesburg > Health & Medical
LSN:	0-627-03013-0
Barcode:	9780627030130
Course Code:	HMA3704

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