'The authors cover the subject matter so effectively and without it becoming overwhelming. This is an excellent introduction to a fascinating subject.' - Nursing Standard This Health Studies Companion seeks to explain the terminology, theories and concepts of health...I thoroughly enjoyed reading through it. - Judith Palfreyman, Nursing Standard 'It is a book that can be read many times and new insight and information found, due to the changing and maturing of the student's intellect. I myself found the book illuminating and interesting...' - Giselle Corincigh, Lecturer in Health Studies, Brunel University, UK 'contains much useful information to form a foundation of knowledge on which to build.' - Sue Chilton, Senior Lecturer in Health Studies, University of Gloucestershire, UK 'A very accessible, engaging and useful textbook.' - Nova Corcoran, Senior Lecturer, School of Health and Bioscience, University of East London, UK