BMS3011

Public health and health promotion

(MED)

6 points + 3 lectures per week and 3 hours practical or equivalent + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: The role of preventive medicine in the health care framework; the role of preventive medicine in the common diseases affecting the community; the role of community programs in health promotion; health promotion methods; cultural influences on public health and health promotion; importance of diet and nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention.

Assessment: Written examination: 50% + Tutor0s assessment: 20% + Essay 30%