The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health

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Approx. 5 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course covers key issues in public health, including epidemiology, health promotion, and disease prevention. Students will learn about factors that affect public health and strategies for improving population health.

Key Learning Points

  • Gain an understanding of the public health field and its importance in improving overall health
  • Learn about key issues in public health, including epidemiology, health promotion, and disease prevention
  • Explore strategies for improving population health through policy, education, and community engagement

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop an understanding of the key issues in public health
  • Explore strategies for improving population health and reducing health disparities
  • Understand the role of policy, education, and community engagement in public health

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience in public health is required
  • Basic understanding of biology and health is helpful

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures with quizzes and assignments

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  • Introduction to Global Health
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Notable People in This Field

  • Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
  • Chief Medical Correspondent for CNN
  • President and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

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Description

The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health provides an engaging overview of the incredible accomplishments and promise of the public health field. The first module includes interviews with legendary public health figures whose work led to millions of lives saved with vaccines, air bags and car seats, and the federal Women Infants and Children (WIC) nutrition program. The second module brings key public health tools to life -- including use of data, communications, and policy - through discussions with experienced professionals who have used these tools to save lives. The third module includes a "Carpool Karaoke"-style trip through Baltimore County, Maryland with NACCHO President Dr. Umair Shah to see and hear real public health workers talking about how they serve their communities.

Outline

  • Pride: The Success of Public Health
  • Hib Vaccine Introduction
  • Santosham Interview
  • Road Safety Introduction
  • Baker Interview
  • WIC Program Introduction
  • Paige Interview
  • Fraser Introduction
  • Fraser Interview
  • Public Health Victories
  • Power: The Tools of Public Health
  • Public Health Surveillance Introduction
  • Lucy Wilson & Megan Wallace Interview
  • Public Health Communication Introduction
  • Rosie Henson Interview
  • Public Health Policy Introduction
  • Congressman Henry Waxman Interview
  • Public Health Tools
  • People: Public Health in our Communities
  • People of Public Health Introduction
  • Derek: Disease Investigation
  • Terry: Emergency Preparedness
  • Mary: Home Nursing
  • Tyler: Environmental Inspection
  • Doing Good and Doing Well in Public Health
  • Module 3 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the world of public health and gain knowledge on how to prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life. This course has garnered positive reviews for its comprehensive and engaging content.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course to be very informative and helpful in understanding the basic concepts of public health.

Pros from User Reviews

  • The course is well-structured and easy to follow
  • The instructors are knowledgeable and passionate about the subject
  • The course offers practical knowledge that can be applied in real-life situations
  • The course is free and accessible to everyone

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic and not challenging enough
  • Some users experienced technical difficulties with the online platform
  • Some users felt that the course lacked diversity in terms of perspectives and examples
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Approx. 5 hours to complete
Beth A. Resnick, MPH, Joshua Sharfstein, MD
Johns Hopkins University
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Beth A. Resnick, MPH

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