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PPHS 501. Population Health and Epidemiology.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Epidemiology and Biostatistics (Faculty of Medicine & Hlth Sci)
Terms offered: Fall 2026
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Description

This course presents concepts and methods of epidemiology at the introductory level. The use of epidemiologic methods for population and public health research and practice will be illustrated. A review of selected population health questions such as the HIV/AIDS epidemic, the cardiovascular disease epidemic, cigarette smoking, or screening for disease will be presented.
  • Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EPIB 501.
  • Course not open to students enrolled in Epidemiology or Public Health programs.

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