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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the broad context of public health, including the mission, core functions, structure, policy role and program activities. Theoretical and practical perspectives are presented to illustrate strategies for health promotion and disease prevention, and how public health operates at the national and state levels. Health issues are studied from a practice perspective to stimulate classroom discussion of both the problem and the public health system' s efforts to solve the problem. Credit, three hours. No prerequisites
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3.00 Credits
The health education profession is dedicated to excellence in the promotion of individual, family, organizational, and community health. Health Educators are responsible for upholding the integrity and ethics of the profession as they face the daily challenges of making decisions. This course examines the field of health education in term of historical developments, professional standards, roles, theoretical foundations, ethics, application, and settings. This course also addresses the professional competencies and the academic preparation of health educators as well as the role of professional organizations in public health. Credit, three hours. No prerequisites
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3.00 Credits
Public health informatics is defined as the systematic application of information and computer science and technology to public health practice. The course provides an overview of the collection, analyses, design, and delivery process for public health data. Students will gain both conceptual knowledge as well as practical experience in the basic concepts of data analyses. Dissemination or delivery of public health data to target audience is a critical component of public health. The course also provides an overview of the development, design, and delivery process for health communication emphasizing various public health message channels. Prerequisites: PUBH 105. Credit, three hours.
Prerequisite:
PUBH 105
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces basic frameworks for understanding global health issues and the improvement of health at a population level. It introduces and examines major health & health-related challenges of developing nations, and discusses how global health partners are finding solutions to address these challenges. Students will study and analyze a variety of health priorities among different populations, cultural settings and health systems in relation to global health goals and partnerships. Credit, three hours.
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3.00 Credits
Substance abuse has a major impact on individuals, families, and communities. This course will address the consumption of mind and behavior altering substances that have a negative impact on health and behavior. Social, political and legal attitudes and responses to the consumption of alcohol and use of illicit drugs has made substance abuse a highly complex public health issue. This course will examine the significance of the substance abuse issue within the criminal justice system and the debate as to whether substance abuse is a disease with genetic and biological foundations or a matter of personal choice. Credit, three hours.
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3.00 Credits
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in the United States. This course will focus on the prevention, consequences, and control of selected chronic diseases (cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, etc.). This course will investigate risk factors and preventative measures for chronic diseases as related to public health and the role of genomics in chronic disease management. Prerequisites: PUBH 105, PUBH 205, BIOL 208. Credit, three hours.
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(((PUBH 105 AND PUBH 205) OR HEPR 105 AND HEPR 205) OR BIOL 208)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to give Public Health majors off-campus work experience. Students will be placed in community health agencies or public health facilities for field instruction. The student will choose a community health agency or public health facility and work part-time for that agency for a minimum of 60 hours. Credit, three hours
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the organization, financing aspects and delivery of public and personal health services. Current health policy and management issues as related to access, quality and cost will be a major emphasis. Credit, three hours.
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to assist the student to understand the epidemiological patterns, etiology and risk factors of selected infectious human diseases from a population based perspective. Infectious diseases constitute a major worldwide health dilemma. Emerging infectious diseases and the concept of epidemiologic transition will be discussed. Prevention, analysis, and control of intentional and unintentional injuries will also be addressed. Prerequisites: PUBH 105, PUBH 205, BIOL 208. Credit, three hours.
Prerequisite:
(((PUBH 105 AND PUBH 205) OR HEPR 105 AND HEPR 205) AND BIOL 208)
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on issues relating to mental and emotional health, including stress and stress management. Services in the community are also explored. Credit, three hours.
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