Fall 2017 - HSCI 160 E100
Global Perspectives on Health (3)
Class Number: 6082
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Mon, 4:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Kate Tairyan
ktairyan@sfu.ca
1 778 782-9064
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to the differences in health and health services among the nations of the globe. Vulnerable sub-populations worldwide and their special health needs. Mechanisms whereby events in one country can impact health in another. Future worldwide health risks, their economic and health consequences. SARS, avian 'flu,' West Nile virus, 'mad cow disease,' antibiotic resistant malaria or tuberculosis. Dangers to rich and poor nations from ignoring health problems in developing world. Breadth-Social Sciences.
COURSE DETAILS:
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The primary aim of this course is to engage and inspire students about the opportunities and challenges in global health. It provides an overview of key issues in global health from many different viewpoints and communicates the general understanding of factors/dynamics that affect the health of human populations around the world and efforts to improve it. What is the difference between the health of an individual and the health of a population – the global population? What is the burden of disease and who shoulders the greatest proportion of it? This course will attempt answering these questions. The measures we have developed over centuries to improve the public’s health depend on our beliefs about health, our culture and lifestyle, environmental factors, the health services and the resources at our disposal. This course will present some outstanding success stories in global health practice. It will also look at the changing pattern of disease in the world and will discuss major challenges and emerging issues.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
OVERALL GOAL AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES: By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
• Key public health concepts such as: demographic and epidemiological transitions, burden of disease, impact of key health conditions on individuals and communities, and critical issues in cost-effective health services delivery
• The determinants of health and risk factors for diseases and conditions from the global perspective
• The burden of disease in various regions of the world and how it varies both within and across countries; health disparities
• The multi-directional links between health and social and economic factors
• The role and collaboration of the key actors/organizations in global health
Grading
- Online Quizzes 25%
- Individual Take Home Assignment 25%
- Group Project (multicomponent) 40%
- Online Activities 5%
- Peer assessment/group project participation 5%
NOTES:
TEACHING FORMAT: The course meets once a week for a two-hour lecture session followed by interactive one-hour session (discussions, videos, games, case studies, group project work, other in-class exercises). Students are expected to come prepared for each session and participate in all in-class activities.
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Textbook: Richard Skolnik, Global Health 101, Third Edition
http://www.jblearning.com/catalog/9781284050547/
ISBN: 9781284050547
Registrar Notes:
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