This course, Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1, introduces discussions about the public health approach to problems experienced by people affected by disasters, both natural and related to conflict. The course discusses the many changes which occur in people’s lives when they are uprooted by a disaster, ranging from changes in disease patterns, access to health care, livelihoods, shelter, sanitary conditions, nutritional status, etceteras. We will explore what humanitarian interventions could look like if we want to mitigate the effects of disasters. The course content is a mix of theoretical knowledge and many practical examples from recent disasters. We think this course is unique because it contains so many practical ‘real-life’ examples and is taught by instructors and guest lecturers who together have over 200 years of experience in this field.
This course is part of the Foundations of Global Health Specialization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Module 1: Humanitarian Disasters and Public Health
Module 2: Humanitarian Actors and Coordination
Module 3: Water and Sanitation
Module 4: Livelihoods and Food Security in Humanitarian Crises
Module 5: Nutrition in Humanitarian Crises
Module 6: Management of Diseases in Humanitarian Crises
Module 7: Health Care in Humanitarian Emergencies
Module 8: Shelter in a Humanitarian Setting
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TOP REVIEWS FROM PUBLIC HEALTH IN HUMANITARIAN CRISES 1
I have enjoyed the course bery much. The methodology is clear, interactive. I have learned a lot of new information, usefull for my job! Super!
An excellent introduction to the issues and challenges relating to Public Health in Humanitarian Crises. Taught in a systematic manner.
I was very happy to be able to complete this course and will continue in this specialization with Coursera.
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I am honestly happy to get this opportunity to learn the Public Health in Humanitarian Crises from the world pioneer university. Just right for me as a humanitarian worker.
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