Perspectives in Global Health

Catalog description

This course seeks to provide a global view and understanding to healthcare/science and the role of the pharmacist within the world. Course material would build upon basic principles introduced in PHBA 311 (Public Health and Epidemiology) and expand upon this through discussion of major global health challenges and the intersection of health with other global issues such as immigration/migration, ethics, cultural competency, poverty, violence, science and the business market for pharmaceuticals. Students will learn about the organizational infrastructure of global health (i.e. the World Health Organization) and health system strategies outside of the USA. Pertinent current issues relating to global health in the news will be examined as appropriate.