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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No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
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
- Direct Patient Care
- Health Policy
- Patient Education and Support
- Patient Treatment
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
- Social Sciences
- Health Care
- Diagnostic Tests
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Cultural Diversity
- Infection Control
- Community Health
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
- Health Equity
- Chronic Diseases
- Preventative Care
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Assessments
7 assignments
Taught in English
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SM
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2017
very informative, talks about the social and scientific sides of AIDS from the beginning till this present day
JH
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2015
Very much enjoyed the knowledge obtained and the additional reading material.
LX
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2021
Excellent course to learn about HIV and AIDS from multi-perpective of views!
