SAST 385 - Health Policy in

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University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Distribution Course in Society. Class of 2009 & prior only. Jahan. The course will examine the process of health care planning and policy in the major South Asian societies since the 1950s. The role of central, state and local government and non-governmental agencies, as well as of international organizations in health care planning will be analyzed. Topics will include medical services and facilities, preventative and public health, training of health care professionals, and public/private financing of health care. Specialized needs of women, children, disabled, and aged will be considered. The influence of political, economic, and socio-cultural aspects of South Asian societies on health services will be identified.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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