HSC 420 - Environ Health & Managerial Epidemiology

3 credit(s)
This course provides an understanding of how environmental factors contribute to adverse health effects in various populations. Students learn to understand disease patterns associated with environmental contaminants and the impact these have on population health and the cost of delivering healthcare services. The course introduces core epidemiological principles and the essential application of these in planning, evaluating, and managing healthcare services and public health. The course also emphasizes a wide variety of local, regional, and global health issues related to environmental degradation and affecting public health.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to BHS program.

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