MPHE 6365 Global Infectious Disease

Students will gain insight into the causative agents, chain of infection, biology, epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control of select infectious diseases, with an emphasis on those affecting low- and middle- income countries. Diseases include (but are not limited to): Dengue, Ebola, HIV/AIDS, Leishmaniasis, Malaria, Monkeypox, Onchocerciasis, Smallpox, Trachoma, and Trypanosomiasis. Public health concerns unique to these areas will also be highlighted, including vector control, healthcare access, and environmental health issues. (3 credit hours)

Credits

3

Distribution

School of Health Professions