Researching Health

Researching Health is a coherent and comprehensive guide to conducting research within the health and social sciences.  The third edition successfully guides the reader through a range of methodologies and methods – unpacking complex theoretical positions to address contemporary issues in health research.  The interdisciplinary and international contributions add significant value to this excellent research text.

-- Dr Grace Spencer, Ruskin Fellow, Anglia Ruskin University

A well-written, precise research text for health researchers, perfect reading for those who want to know more about the conundrums of the research process. A comprehensive text for first-time researchers and a handy reference book for more experienced researchers. The breadth and scope of the book does great justice to the demands of contemporary health research.

-- Mrs Leena Panicker, Lecturer, Charles Darwin University

Saks and Allsop have brought together some of the most pivotal health researchers to provide an authoritative textbook. There are a number of new chapters in this current edition providing contemporary knowledge essential for understanding the current context of healthcare. The book is essential reading for students, researchers, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in using evidence to enhance patient care.

-- Dr Penelope Stanford, Senior Lecturer, University of Manchester