WMST 424 - Women and Health

Institution:

California State University-San Marcos

Subject:

Description:

An exploration of women and health. Analysis of women's health maintenance and disease prevention; gender bias in medical treatment; medicalization of "natural"processes; women and the health system, medical-legal system, and bio-medical research. Subject matter may include, but is not limited to: eating disorders, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, fertility from pregnancy to birthing, stress and mental illness, menopause, breast cancer, alternative and traditional healing systems. Issues of social class, nationality, race, culture, and sexual preference are emphasized throughout. Recommended Preparation: previous coursework in the area of health and illness. Also offered as SOC 424. Students may not receive credit for both.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.csusm.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 750-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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