IHHS 415 - Introduction to Global Health

4 Hour(s) Credit
Introduces students to the concept of global health in the larger context of globalization and its role in changing patterns of disease spread and control. Reviews concepts of global health with attention to the interchange between social, economic and cultural determinants of health. Examines the international/national structure and roles of government and non-government entities engaged in global health and the challenges of developing effective and affordable population health services. Explores the underlying importance of equity, human rights and social justice philosophies in the delivery of health care. Focuses on major global health concerns and explores both their origins and current and potential strategies for addressing them. Attention is given to the new United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as a framework for guiding the development of meaningful global health programs. Students are encouraged to become personal and professional advocates for global health.
Three hours per week with enhancement