Id: 004481 Credits Min: 3 Credits Max: 3

Description

This course introduces students to the concept of social determinants of health, and strongly emphasizes the influence of social power relations on public health. There is a focus on how social, economic and political factors affect the level and distribution of individual, community, and population health. Students will examine health and social inequalities and explore potential solutions for their elimination.

Prerequisites

PUBH.1021 Introduction to Public Health, and Public Health, or Nutritional Sciences (Nutrition and Wellness option), or Exercise Science (Exercise and Fitness Management option), or Pharmaceutical Sciences, Majors or Minors.

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