HHP 435 - Health Aspects of Aging

Institution:

Montana State University Billings

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Description:

Addresses the rapidly increasing need for specialized knowledge of health promotion for an aging society (in 2020, 20% of the US population will be 65 or older). Introduces the epidemiology of aging and age-related disorders, including overviews of the public health impact of an aging society and the demographics and biology of aging. Covers the strategies for prevention of agerelated disorders and options to improve the quality of life through health enhancement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.msubillings.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 657-2011

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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