HEA 101 - Health and Society

This course explores societal health issues through interdisciplinary perspectives. Social, political, and economic aspects of health promotion, factors related to social justice, and the controversy behind health legislation are each explored. Select issues include teen pregnancy, obesity, gun control, drug abuse, tobacco control, birth control, access to health care, gay and lesbian rights, abortion, violence and abusive behavior, and death and dying. Course Typically Offered: Every year.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 2