HLTH 6Health and Social Justice

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This course provides an introduction to the health inequities in the United States that stem from unequal living conditions. Students will explore how education, socioeconomic status, racism and gender shape health epidemics and policy development. Fundamental theories to advocate for health and social justice will be presented. Credit may be earned in either HLTH 6 or HLTH 6H, but not both.  C-ID: PHS 102.