GRY 316 - Geography of Global Health and Disease

Credit Hours: 3
An examination of global health and disease patterns from a geographic perspective. Part of the course focuses on disease and the impacts of globalization, economic development, land use, pollution, climate change, and cultural beliefs and practices. The rest of the course examines traditional and western health care systems and the distribution of health care resources. Topics include global pandemics, emerging diseases, health care accessibility, and disease mapping.

Lecture contact hours: 3

Typically offered: Fall