Surveys major women and health issues globally, including gender analysis, human rights perspectives, and women's impact on family, community and societal health. Dr. McCormick, Ms. Robin JR Blatt. The commercialization of molecular genetic research raises numerous scientific, ethical, legal and social issues for which public health specialists must be prepared. This course will utilize case studies to focus on developments in molecular biology and genetic medicine and to explore their impact on biomedical research, health care delivery, ecological systems, and public health policy and regulation. Students are expected to do all required readings and complete one class project.
Enrollment is open to all HSPH students.
No prior knowledge of genetics or molecular biology is required. Department of Population and International Health PIH 218c Health and Human Rights. Dr. Gruskin, Dr. Reich. The course identifies and discusses the complex interactions between health and human rights, with particular emphasis on the implications of human rights for public health thinking and practice. The course provides the basis for literacy about modern human rights, including core principles, key documents, institutions and practices.