College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)
Document Type
Other
Publication Date
Fall 2017
Catalog Description
This course is intended to familiarize students with promotion of health in an aging population, the notion that aging is a natural part of the lifecycle, community, state and federal health programs and services for the aged. Students will become acquainted with the process of and problems associated with aging in order to effectively manage this important public health issue. Specific health concerns of the elderly including the increase in life expectancy, current life extending research and technology and successful aging will also be examined. Knowledge and understanding of biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging as related to health and wellness will be discussed
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Recommended Citation
Harbaugh, Kristina, "PUBH 4231 - Health Aspects of Aging" (2017). College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021). 156.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/coph-syllabi/156