Introduction to Public Health

Partner(s) linked to proposal

Leuphana University Lüneburg, Lüneburg
Sao Paulo State University, Sao Paulo

Description

This course offers an overview of the expanding field of public health for students new to its concepts and actors. This course provides real-world examples of public health within popular culture and how cultural influences dictate decision-making related to health and well- being. Major public health principles will be detailed through current or popular stories and news such as fad diets, anti-vaccine movement, minority health, and substance abuse, among many others.

Learning outcomes

Digital literacy
Intercultural competences
Disciplinary skills

Additional information and comments

Contact Carrie Martins at cmartins1@ufl.edu for more information.

Languages

English

Disciplines

091 Health

Number of students

21 - 50

Period

2023/08/23 - 2023/12/06 (YYYY/MM/DD)

Author

Carrie Martins

Author affiliation

Institution(s)	Department(s)
University of Florida (2)	College of Journalism and Communications