PUBH 210 - Infectious & Chronic Diseases

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Public Health

Description:

Revieww the important infectious and chronic diseases affecting humans, both historic and contemporary. The major organisms that cause infectious disease will be discussed, as well as lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors that predispose to both infectious and chronic disease. Individual diseases will also be discussed, reviewing basics of epidemiology, diagnosis, clinical features and treatment for the disease. Finally, a broader overview of the ecology of disease will be discussed, such as the epidemiologic and demographic transition; the emergence and re-emergence of diseases once thought to be controlled; the challenges of preventing, controlling and treating chronic diseases; and the increasing evidence showing the link between infectious agents and chronic diseases. The course will be a combination of lecture, discussion and group exercises and scenarios. Concepts will be reinforced with historical and contemporary examples and case studies.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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