SCN 194 - AIDS in New York City

Institution:

CUNY LaGuardia Community College

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Description:

This course is a comprehensive examination of what is currently known about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and its impact on the New York health care system. Topics to be addressed will include the history of AIDS; definition and transmission; symptoms, diagnosis and treatment; prevention and risk reduction techniques. Students will learn about the political, economic, epidemiological, psychosocial, and sociocultural aspects of HIV infection. Visits to AIDS health care facilities are included.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.lagcc.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 482-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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