Document Type
Other
Publication Date
Fall 2019
Catalog Description
This course explores the scientific basis of 21st century disease processes including a survey of the origins, natural history, factors influencing individual and community risk. Clinical symptoms of diseases impacting humans, both acute and chronic, as well as epidemiologic trends will be also be discussed. Students will obtain an understanding of scientific mechanisms associated with the disease processes with particular focus on using this information in health-related professions and public health decision-making. As such, emphasis will be placed on the understanding and application of proposing community-based solutions designed to break the cycle of disease.
Recommended Citation
Rochani, Haresh Dr., "PUBH 7132 – Scientific Basis of Public Health" (2019). Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi. 438.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/coph-syllabi/438