GLBH 557 - Epidemiology of Disasters

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Assesses the health effects of natural and man-made disasters and identifies factors that contribute to these effects. Addresses selection of health indicators in disaster situations; means of evaluating data collected within the constraints of the disaster situation; reporting systems; techniques of statistical sampling; and modern information-technology systems used for emergency preparedness, including rapid computerization of post-disaster health information. Analyzes risk factors for adverse health effects; discusses baseline for measuring trends over time and monitoring population-based mortality; and identifies limitations and weaknesses of methods of disaster assessment. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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