The basic biology of the virus, HIV, and the disease it causes, AIDS. The economic, social and political factors that determine who gets sick and who remains healthy, who lives and who dies. The progress of scientific research and medical treatments. The reasons for hope; the reasons for fear. (To get a glimpse of some of the materials that students have been posting on the course forums, go to @AIDSFAH or #AIDSFAH.)
AIDS: Fear and Hope
AIDS: Fear and Hope
Instructor: Richard Meisler, Ph.D.
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Hear about the histories of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and personal narratives from those who contracted the disease as well as from caretakers.
Experts will share about HIV biology, transmission, testing, prevention, treatment, and the search for a cure.
How economics, politics, culture, social patterns, and law are all factors that affect the nature, appearance, and health outcomes of a disease.
Skills you'll gain
- Patient Treatment
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Infectious Diseases
- Cultural Diversity
- Health Policy
- Preventative Care
- Infection Control
- Diagnostic Tests
- Patient Education and Support
- Nursing and Patient Care
- Health Disparities
- Health Equity
- Social Sciences
- Public Health
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Social Justice
- Microbiology
- Laboratory Testing
- Chronic Diseases
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
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Taught in English
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Reviewed on Jan 31, 2016
Amazing course! It opens our mind to the world in which all people are equal nonetheless what disease they have. Everyone should consider taking this course.
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Reviewed on May 18, 2024
Excellently taught.
JH
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2016
Great course! Thoroughly enjoyed lectures and learning more about HIV/AIDS from various perspectives.
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