{"product_id":"conflict-of-interest-and-medicine-knowledge-practices-and-mobilizations-9780367751173","title":"Conflict of Interest and Medicine: Knowledge, Practices, and Mobilizations","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eConflict of Interest and Medicine provides a comprehensive analysis of the conflict of interest in medicine anchored in the social sciences, with perspectives from sociology, history, political science, and law. It explores how conflict of interest impacts medical knowledge, prescriptions, health crises, and controversies, and offers a new understanding of the transformations in the political economy of pharmaceutical knowledge, the politicization of public health risks, and the promotion of transparency in science and public life. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 252 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31 May 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the face of mounting concerns about the influence wielded by the pharmaceutical industry on physicians, scientists, and politicians, Conflict of Interest and Medicine presents a comprehensive examination of the complex issue of conflict of interest in medicine, drawing from a range of social sciences, including sociology, history, political science, and law. Through in-depth empirical investigations conducted in diverse regions such as France, the European Union, and the United States, the contributions in this book shed light on the evolution of conflict of interest as a social phenomenon and its profound implications for the production of medical knowledge and expertise, the conduct of physicians, and the prescribing practices of healthcare professionals. Moreover, they explore how conflict of interest shapes the framing of health crises and controversies, contributing to a deeper understanding of the transformations occurring in the political economy of pharmaceutical knowledge, the politicization of public health risks, and the urgent need for transparency in science and public life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book offers a valuable complement to the more normative and quantitative perspectives that currently dominate the study of conflict of interest issues. It appeals to researchers across various fields, including social studies of sciences and technology, sociology of health and illness, and political sociology and ethics. Furthermore, it serves as a crucial resource for health professionals, medical scientists, and regulators seeking to navigate the complex terrain of corporate influence in healthcare. By delving into the intricacies of conflict of interest, this book aims to empower individuals and organizations to make informed decisions and promote ethical practices in the pursuit of medical advancements and public health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 498g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367751173\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44276694319354,"sku":"9780367751173","price":35.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1686327673467_book.jpg?v=1686566526","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/conflict-of-interest-and-medicine-knowledge-practices-and-mobilizations-9780367751173","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}