Promoting Health Over the Life Course: the Science of Healthy Living

(HUMBIO students must enroll in HUMBIO 126. Med/Graduate students must enroll in CHPR 226.) Disease prevention and health promotion topics pertinent at different stages of the life span emphasizing healthy lifestyle and reducing risk factors in both individuals and communities. Focus is on the application of behavioral science to risk reduction strategies, and the importance of health promotion as a social and economic imperative. Public and community health are emphasized. Topics include: epidemiology of chronic diseases; social determinants of health, behavior change; physical activity, nutrition, obesity and stress reduction; children, young adult, mid-life and aging health issues; health care delivery and public health system; workplace wellness; and other additional issues. Students enrolled in CHPR 226 for a letter grade must complete additional assignments appropriate for its Masters level listing. Enrollment limited to students with sophomore academic standing or above. Undergraduate prerequisites: Human Biology Core or equivalent or consent of instructor.