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Governing Health examines health care policy mаkіng frοm a long-term, political perspective, describing hοw Congress, thе president, special interest groups, bureaucracy, аnd state governments hеlр define health policy problems аnd find politically feasible solutions. Thе third edition οf thіѕ pathbreaking book іѕ updated tο cover recent legislative efforts, including thе Medicare prescription drug benefit.Praise fοr previous editions οf Governing Health… More >>
Governing Health: Thе Politics οf Health Policy
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I have used this book for a number of being now in a class I teach on the Politics of Health Policy (along with Kingdon’s classic). It provides an brilliant overview of how health policy is made and the politics around it, drawing on both the academic literature as well as recent policies. The second edition is heavily revised from the first and contains up to date examples. An brilliant academic overview of the health policy process.
Rating: 4 / 5
This book takes a comprehensive look at health policy in the U.S. from a political science perspective. It addresses all the institutional influences of health policy, such as Congress, the President, interest groups, regulatory agencies, and federalism. It also addresss prominent political science theories and relates them to health policy.
This book is a must-read for any health professional or student who want to explore the how health policy is REALLY developed. I also highly recommend this book to shared scientists and students who are interested in applying governmental relationships to health policy.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am taking a course in Health Policy and the Political System and opted to use this book instead of that recommended by my professor. This book examined all the vital aspects of policy making – paying close attention to the political actors – and has helped tremendously in my understanding of the politics surrounding health policy.
Rating: 5 / 5
This book was a vital text for one of my classes. I recommend it to everyone who is looking for a quick but comprehensive conception on health policy in this country.
Rating: 4 / 5
I appreciated the quick and efficient benefit since time was of the essence for my class.
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Rating: 5 / 5