Public Health (PBH) at Mountain Empire Community College


         
 
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PBH 110 - Introduction to Health and Disease
Provides an introduction to the fundamentals of general pathophysiology of disease processes. Presents causes, signs and symptoms, incidence, treatment, program planning and patient teaching of disease processes. Explores from the public health perspective chronic diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, cancer and osteoporosis.
Lecture 3 hours per week, 3 credits.
3 credits
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PBH 130 - Nutrition for Public Health
Provides an introduction to the basic concepts of nutrition and nutritional principles across the lifespan. Features the fundamentals of normal nutrition, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and their roles in human metabolism and weight management. Discusses public health initiatives to provide nutrition education.
Lecture 3 hours per week, 3 credits.
3 credits
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