Global Health Perspectives - HLT 241

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/HLT241-GlobalHealthPerspectives

Effective: 2012-05-01

Course Description

Examines global health issues and prevention efforts. Analyzes the complex relationship between economics, environment, culture and values in resolving health disparities. Discussion topics include infectious diseases, malnutrition, maternal/child/newborn health, chronic diseases, and emerging infections.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to health issues within the context of different cultures, economies and health systems around the globe. The course will be presented within the construct of public health theory and practice to introduce the student to this concept of health delivery. This course is offered as an elective to all students regardless of major area of study.

Course Objectives

Major Topics to be Included

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