HS 3400 - Contemporary Topics in Health

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An evidence-based approach for understanding contemporary issues in health from an interdisciplinary perspective integrating biological, psychological, sociological, philosophical, and ethical perspectives. The course will introduce students to current health-related issues and controversies, which will be updated periodically to reflect emerging issues affecting health in society. Broadly, topics will include health-care system and government policy that shapes health behavior and treatment (e.g. vaccine mandates, medical marijuana, opioid epidemic), and law that affects health-care access (e.g. health care as a right or commodity, genetically modified foods, direct-to-consumer advertising). The course will also provide opportunities for students to identify their own topics and explore their own interests in the realm of contemporary health issues.
Prerequisite(s): HS 2000, WRT 1060