CDV 335 Global Epidemics and Emerging Diseases

This course explores current and emerging global epidemics:  HIV and AIDS, TB, malaria, the human papilloma virus (HPV), ebola, and zika. The overview will address the nature of epidemics, the rise of new viral epidemics, individual and community behaviors, prevention, treatment and control. Traditional beliefs and practices influencing control in affected countries will be highlighted and related to a biblical foundation of health, health behavior, control of disease, and compassionate response. 3 hour(s).