somatic individuality

is an increased call from the state for self-management of health. Individuals are increasingly obligated to monitor and manage their own health.

In addition to the intensification and generalisation of health-promotion strategies throughout the twentieth century, a private health industry is evolving at a remarkable pace. Together with cutbacks on public health expenditure and an increased call from the state for self-management (the ability to cope for oneself), individuals are increasingly obligated to monitor and manage their own health. The hygienist political ambitions for a healthy population, as described by Foucault, are now accompanied by the aspirations and obligations of individuals themselves to be and remain healthy.

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somatic individuality