HEA 205 - Global Health

3 credits Credit Hours

This course examines the social, political, environmental, and economic determinants of health disparities in diverse cultures and populations. The course introduces students to the language of global health: the burden of disease, epidemiology, cost-effectiveness, and health systems. By exploring patterns of health and welfare disparity, students will analyze the rationale for and modes of intervention to improve global health. Students will study the impact of acute and chronic disease patterns, including epidemics, pharmaceutical access, physical and mental health resources, nutrition, and maternal and child health. Students will further explore how globalization has shaped health policies and practices by applying information from global disease patterns and population dynamics to identify resources and recommend policies to expand health equity globally.

Prerequisite(s): COM 121 English Composition I with a “C” or higher.

Semesters Offered: Spring