HCM 290 - Media and Health

Institution:

DeSales University

Subject:

Description:

Will examine health messages in news,, entertainment, and advertising. Students will, learn about the frequency and nature of health, messages in different media and the effects these, messages have on viewers. Topics include health, news reporting; portrayals of disease,, disability, and death; entertainment education;, representations of health professionals;, promotion of drugs and other health products;, tobacco and alcohol advertising.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.desales.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 282-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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