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
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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2 weeks at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
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
- Social Sciences
- Infection Control
- Cultural Diversity
- Diagnostic Tests
- Health Disparities
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Patient Education and Support
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
- Health Care
- Health Policy
- Chronic Diseases
- Microbiology
- Community Health
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Direct Patient Care
- Infectious Diseases
- Patient Treatment
- Health Equity
- Public Health
- Preventative Care
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Assessments
7 assignments
Taught in English
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ES
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2020
Thank you Dr. Meisler for opening my eyes to this virus. I hope to do my part in breaking the stigma of a loved one having HIV/AIDS.
BM
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2020
Best course i ever enrolled online, provided best information and proper skill needed.
LX
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2021
Excellent course to learn about HIV and AIDS from multi-perpective of views!
