HLED G220 - Introduction to Public Health

    Recent Professors
    Myra Bremen, Jean Chung
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2022, Fall 2021
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2022 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D · CSU GE Area E
    Description
    This course is an overview of the functions of various public health professions and institutions. An in-depth examination of the core public health disciplines is covered and provides students with an introduction to the discipline of Public Health. Students will gain an understanding of the basic concepts and terminologies of public health, and the history and accomplishments of public health officials and agencies. Topics will include history; health promotion; determinants of health and the burden of disease; legal and ethical issues; the epidemiology of infectious and chronic disease; prevention and control of diseases in the community; illness and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; environmental health and safety; global health; and healthcare policy and management. C-ID: PHS 101.
    Usually Held
    Tue 6:00pm–9:05pm