Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

PBH350 - A - Global Health

Credits

3.0

Term

Sep 2 - Dec 12

Open Seats

20 of 25

Schedule

Tue, Thu 2:00 – 3:15pm

Course Type

Lecture

Location

In Person

Section

A

Faculty

Kathryn Wagner

Prerequisites

SSC 495 or PBH 250 (Required, Previous)

Description

This interdisciplinary course examines social determinants of health in global context. Students examine public health infrastructure, global health delivery and health systems changes, equity, social justice, and opportunities for prevention and health promotion initiatives within and across borders. Such subjects as emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, challenges of chronic illness, maternal health, water access, sanitation, and emergency preparedness are studied.