Introduction to Public Health

Catalog description

This introductory course in public health aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the field of public health and its critical role in improving the health and well-being of populations and communities. The course will explore the core principles and essential services of public health. Students will learn where to locate public health information and data and the related social determinants of health, protective factors, disease prevention, health promotion strategies. Students will also learn how public health complements the field of medicine to improve health care equity, quality and accessibility. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of the role of public health within the US and in a global society. Through this course, students will develop the skills necessary to critically analyze the intersection of biological mechanisms, behaviors, and environment to develop interventions and policies to address public health issues and the resulting societal implications.