HSC 423 - Essentials of Public Health

Institution:

Wilmington University

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Description:

This course is intended to provide the health sciences student with an overview of public health in the United States. The history of public health along with the growth of the public health system will be reviewed through readings, discussion board, and problem solving activities. The course will present the relationship between population health and the community including the impact of social, cultural, and economic factors. Pertinent public and community health issues such as minority health, aging, chronic disease, communicable disease, and health care delivery will be examined.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wilmu.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 967-5464

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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