HMP 403 (02) - Introduction to Public Health

Introduction to Public Health

Durham Health & Human Services::Health Management & Policy
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 
Term:  Fall 2024 - Full Term (08/26/2024 - 12/09/2024)
CRN:  11607
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
This course describes and defines ?what is public health? and seeks to convey its critical importance and relevance to both public and individual (personal) wellbeing. It presents an overview of the structure, function, and organization of the public health system/services (government, proprietary, and voluntary sectors) and how they operate, emphasizing core functions and major divisions (public health administration, epidemiology and biostatistics, environmental health, social and behavioral health). Addresses the social, ethical, issues; bioterrorism; epidemics; obesity; tobacco, alcohol, and opioid use; violence. Seeks to challenge students to think critically about existing and emerging U.S. and global public health issues. Introduces public health careers.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Cross Listed With : HMP 403 (01)
Equivalent(s):  HLTC 612
Instructors:  Lynn Carpenter , Mark Bonica

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/26/2024 12/9/2024 MW 9:40am - 11:00am PETT 114
Final Exam12/16/2024 12/16/2024 M 8:00am - 10:00am PETT 114

Booklist

Book Details
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH-W/ACCESS 6TH 21
by SCHNEIDER Required
ISBN
978128419759 4
PUBLISHER
JONES+BART