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Summer 2021
Apr 20, 2024
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PHP 0400 - Intro. to Health Disparities & Making Connection btw Structure, Social Determinants&Health Equity
Course provides an introduction to the examination of health disparities in the U.S. Through assigned readings, lectures, guest speakers, and class discussions— this course will provide a broad overview of health disparities in the United States and examine them through intersecting structural and social determinants (e.g., race and ethnicity; gender; immigration status; socioeconomic position; age; sexual orientation; policy). This course also examines how stigma, residential segregation, implicit bias and the debates around genetics also contribute to health disparities. Lastly, we will also critically delve into the ethical dimensions, the role of social networks as well as behavioral health and public policy interventions. Community leaders will be invited to discuss their respective organizations, discuss ongoing community-university partnerships, advocacy, and networking.
1.000 Credit hours
1.000 Lecture hours

Levels: Extra Credit Graduate, Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Primary Meeting

Public Health Department

Course Attributes:
DIAP-Race, Gender & Inequality

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs:     
      Public Health
Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:     
      Undergraduate

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