SOC 0186 - Seminar in International Health Policy

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Tufts University

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(Cross-listed as Community Health 186.) Health-related dilemmas faced by nations in the postwar period. Strategies developed to deal with infectious diseases and comparison with those used to combat mortality and morbidity from chronic illnesses. Case studies may include such topics as heart disease, infant mortality, hazardous waste, and AIDS. Also analyzes the health-care system problems of access, quality, and cost. Focus on how resource allocation, political institutions, and cultural myths about health and illnesses affect policy construction. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Social Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tufts.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 628-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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