HSCI 008 - Contemporary Health and Society

    Recent Professors
    Patricia Louderback
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of HSCI 008
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4G · CSU GE Area D7 · CSU GE Area E
    Description
    This course examines concepts of health from multiple perspectives and considers the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of health, as well as how health is shaped by culture and the organization of society with an emphasis on viewing course topics through a public health lens. Topics include, but are not limited to, stress and psychological health, substance abuse, nutrition, weight management, sexual health, exercise, chronic disease, relationships, minority health, and aging. We also consider social determinants of health, health inequities, current world and public health issues, healthcare delivery, and other significant contributions to the study of health.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 10:55am–12:20pm