ECO 37 - The Economics of Obesity

Institution:

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

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Description:

This course demonstrates how basic economic concepts, principles, and theories can be used to think about and illuminate the issue of obesity in the United States and worldwide. This course will cover a variety of topics concerning the determinants of the demand and supply for food. The impact of obesity on health insurance and healthcare will be analyzed. Government policies that are contributing to the growth in obesity and policies that may help reverse this trend will be described and discussed. Pre requisite of ECO 11 or ECO 12 is required. ECO 61 is recommended but not required

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.liu.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 299-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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