PH-370 Environmental Health Issues
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the public health function of environmental and occupational health. Students investigate various aspects of environmental health, including air, surface water, and ground water contamination, food safety, occupational health, radiation, chemical and physical hazards, vector control, drug use, and injuries. Students also discuss the health effects of global climate change and rapid industrialization, and developing nations' perspectives on potable water supply, water pollution, indoor and ambient air pollution, sanitation, and waste.
Credits
3