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European Society of Health and Medical Sociology (ESHMS) is a scientific community of international researchers set on exploring the complex and intriguing issues within the field of health and medical sociology. Our primary focus is on issues within Europe.

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The European Society of Health and Medical Sociology (ESHMS) is pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural edition of the “Health and Medical Sociology Excellence Prize”. This award aims to honour and recognize outstanding contributions in the field of health and medical sociology through the acknowledgment of the best paper published in a peer-reviewed journal over the past four years.


Next 20th Biennial ESHMS Conference is taking place on 2-5 July 2024 in Antwerp, Belgium. More details below.



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