HHP 241 - Personal & Community Health

Institution:

The University of Montana-Western

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to the fundamental health concepts and attitudes relating to concerns and needs of individuals and society. Structure, function, and dysfunction of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, immune, and integumentary systems will be covered in the context of specific topics including cancer, heart disease, infectious, chronic, and congenital diseases, consumer health, environmental health, safety, and choices relating to the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Students are expected to demonstrate comprehension of course content through testing, individual and group assignments, presentations, and class participation. (fall/spring)

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.umwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 683-7011

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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