SOCI 260 - Health,Healing and Gender in Ghana

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to nonwestern medical systems and how these articulate with Western systems in an attempt to develop an understanding of alternative beliefs and practices about health, illness and healing in Ghana, as well as to the role played by gender in each system and their articulation. Representative topics covered include: the role of traditional medicine in health care delivery; the roles of international organizations in health and their activities in global and Ghanaian health development; the health impact of regional and global economics. The role played by gender in each of these areas will be examined, as well as maternal and child health; and the impact of gender on health, human rights. Not open to students who have passed SOCI 360. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Ms. Gill.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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