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Health Divides

Where You Live Can Kill You
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book examines the social, environmental, and economic factors that contribute to health inequalities across different geographical regions. It explores how place-based disparities in wealth, power, and resources can lead to significant differences in life expectancy and disease prevalence among populations.

Key points:

1. Geographic Health Gaps: Bambra shows that where you live affects your health, with poorer areas seeing worse health and shorter lives.

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