What is another word for sociology of health and illness?
Pronunciation: [sˌə͡ʊsɪˈɒləd͡ʒi ɒv hˈɛlθ and ˈɪlnəs] (IPA) 
The "sociology of health and illness" refers to the study of social aspects of health and illness, particularly how societal factors such as culture, beliefs, and social structures impact health outcomes and healthcare utilization. Some synonyms for "sociology of health and illness" include medical sociology, health sociology, and sociological epidemiology. Medical sociology examines the interaction between social factors and healthcare, while health sociology is concerned with the relationship between social factors and health outcomes. Sociological epidemiology studies the distribution and social determinants of health and illness. These fields are essential for understanding how social factors shape health and healthcare, improving health equity, and informing public health policies and practices.
