ANTH 302 - Medical Anthropology

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

Introduction to the field of medical anthropology, the study of health and illness across diverse societies. This course examines the causes of health disparities and inequalities, various cultural meanings of illness and body, and relationships between biological and social factors in disease and sickness. Topics include COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, infectious disease, chronic illness, mental health, pharmaceuticals, environmental health, among other topics. Particular interest for students interested in medicine, public health, nursing, and other health professions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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