USP 147 - Case Studies in Health Care Programs/Poor and Underserved Population

Institution:

University of California-San Diego

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Description:

The purpose of this course is to identify the special health needs of low income and underserved populations and to review their status of care, factors influencing the incidence of disease and health problems, and political and legislative measures related to access and the provision of care. Selected current programs and policies that address the health-care needs of selected underserved populations such as working poor, inner city populations, recent immigrants, and persons with severe disabling mental illnesses will be studied. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisites: upper-division standing or consent of instructor. (Offered spring quarter.)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucsd.edu

Phone Number:

(858) 534-2230

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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