HSCI 203 - WOMEN'S HEALTH SCIENCE

    Recent Professors
    Mechelle Medhurst, Nancy Steinmaus, Allison Head, Michelle Zulim-Clark
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    40–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    Presents major health issues of special significance to women cross culturally. Emphasis will be placed on current trends in the prevention of chronic diseases and health disorders, the promotion of a positive body image, and self-empowerment. Identification of significant cultural obstacles of access for women's health care by non-dominant groups are presented. In addition, traditional, as well as, experiential and cooperative teaching/learning strategies will be used to explore the application of lifestyle changes to individual health beliefs and practices.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:15am–12:40pm, Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:20pm, Tue Thu 10:30am–11:50am, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm