This essay explores the sociology of health, focusing on the impact of social class on health inequalities. It examines the five social classes and their varying access to healthcare, highlighting how societal structures and financial status create disparities. The essay discusses sociological theories like structural functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism, and how they relate to health. It also covers the concept of the sick role and the roles of the state and professions in health management. The essay concludes that social class significantly influences access to healthcare and overall health outcomes, emphasizing the need for addressing these inequalities. The essay also makes references to the works of Abrahams (2018), Agha (2017), Darnon (2018), Dover (2019), Lehne (2017), Otu & Yaya (2020), and Raynault (2020).
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