CRH1000

Rural health issues and practice

(MED)

Professor R Strasser

Distance + First semester

Synopsis: Cultural, social and psychological aspects of living and working in rural and remote communities. Groups with special needs. Morbidity and mortality patterns in rural communities, especially the differences between city and country populations. Aspects of rural health services including structure, management and process. Issues relating to continuing education and professional development.

Assessment: Written assignments + Journals + Teleconference participation