SSC 321 - Trends in Public Health

Institution:

Robert Morris University Illinois

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Description:

This class will introduce students to current social and policy issues that have an impact on public health. Issues include socioeconomic status, race, government, policy, and environmental factors. Specific health issues to be considered include HIV/AIDS, violence, disaster preparedness and bioterrorism, and chronic medical conditions prevalent in American society. Students will explore the philosophy of public health and how public health is organized in the U.S. Students will consider the relationships between health status of populations and its impact on society. Global issues of public health will also be explored and discussed.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.robertmorris.edu/

Phone Number:

(312) 935-6800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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