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"The Body Economic"

"The Body Economic" explores how health, body, and society are interconnected, emphasizing that economic systems and policies significantly impact individual and public health. It examines how factors like employment, healthcare access, and social inequality influence physical well-being and life outcomes. The book highlights that economic well-being and health are mutually reinforcing, suggesting that improving societal structures can lead to better health for all. Ultimately, it calls for a more holistic understanding of economics that considers the human body and health as vital components of a healthy society.