Women's Health

Catalog description

Health care needs and concerns of women from diverse cultures will be examined. This course explores the biological, psychosocial, and sociocultural issues that impact women throughout the lifespan. Topics include the history and status of women's health globally, gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health, and lifestyle choices that impact health. Throughout the course we will explore the impact of culture, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, systems of oppression, and gender on a woman's ability to be physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy. Also listed as HE-330 .