Health Issues in Latino Males
A Social and Structural Approach
William Vega editor Miguel Munoz-Laboy editor Marilyn Aguirre-Molina editor Luisa N Borrell editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Rutgers University Press
Published:24th May '10
Should be back in stock very soon
It is estimated that more than 50 million Latinos live in the United States. This is projected to more than double by 2050. In Health Issues in Latino Males experts from public health, medicine, and sociology examine the issues affecting Latino men's health and recommend policies to overcome inequities and better serve this population. The book addresses sexual and reproductive health; alcohol, tobacco, and drug use; mental and physical health among those in the juvenile justice or prison systems; chronic diseases; HIV/AIDS; Alzheimer's and dementia; and health issues among war veterans. It discusses utilization, insurance coverage, and research programs, and includes an extensive appendix charting epidemiological data on Latino health.
"The focus on Latino males is timely and fills an important gap in our knowledge of this population. The tone, identification, description, and explanation of various health problems that are seriously affecting the health of Latinos within a social and structural lens all demonstrate a well thoughtout comprehensive approach. Health Issues in Latino Males not only contributes to the scholarship on this topic but also serves as a catalyst for future research." -- Jorge Delva * professor and co-director of Curtis Research Center, University of Michigan *
"The unique characteristics of U.S. Latino males will pose challenges and opportunities for the nation's employers, educational institutions, and health agencies. Those responsible for these areas would be wise to become more familiar with their needs and issues.
" -- Fernando Trevino, PhD * Florida International University *
"This is an informative, data-driven volume for students and health professionals with an interest in Latino male health. Highly recommended." * Choice *
ISBN: 9780813546049
Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 28mm
Weight: 454g
336 pages