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Disease Stigma Unmasked, Victor Healey
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Victor Healey

Disease Stigma Unmasked

“Disease Stigma Unmasked” explores the complex relationship between society's fear-driven responses to illnesses and scientific reality, revealing how misconceptions and prejudices shape public health outcomes throughout history.
The book masterfully weaves together historical examples—from medieval leprosy to modern COVID-19—demonstrating how marginalized communities often become targets of blame during health crises, perpetuating cycles of discrimination that impact healthcare access and community well-being.
Through a compelling blend of epidemiological data, historical records, and contemporary case studies, the book illuminates recurring patterns in disease-related stigma across different eras. Particularly fascinating is its examination of successful public health campaigns that effectively countered misinformation, offering valuable insights for modern health communicators and policy makers.
The analysis spans both infectious and non-infectious conditions, incorporating perspectives from epidemiology, sociology, and communication studies to build a comprehensive understanding of how stigma develops and persists. The text progresses logically from historical pandemics to modern outbreaks, examining how digital media and global connectivity influence contemporary health-related prejudices.
What sets this work apart is its practical approach to addressing stigma, providing concrete frameworks for developing culturally sensitive health communications and community education programs. By combining rigorous academic analysis with accessible language, it serves as an invaluable resource for both health professionals and general readers interested in the intersection of public health and social justice.
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76 afgedrukte pagina’s
Oorspronkelijke uitgave
2025
Jaar van uitgave
2025
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