Foundations for Global Health Responders
People are becoming more depending on one another on both a social and economic level. People's health on one side of the world has an impact there. Global security talks and strategies are increasingly heavily influenced by global health, which was previously only an ethical consideration. To assist you in contextualizing your experiences as a rookie or experienced responder to global health emergencies, a varied team of specialists in this developing field has come together.
Urbanization, environmental stress, and resource scarcity will be examined as part of the first week's introduction to global health themes. You will focus on issues related to food, water, energy, and the dangers of climate change during the second week of Foundations for Global Health Responders course. The third week will focus on the prevalence of non-communicable diseases, the global burden of disease, infectious diseases, mental health, and access to care.
In week four, you will study about the various global health stakeholders, including NGOs, governments, and non-state actors; where funding comes from, how it is distributed, and the difficulties associated with monitoring results; and what human rights are and how they are safeguarded. You transition to complex humanitarian catastrophes in week five, including forced migrations, armed conflict, criteria for response, and the legal justification for interventions. Finally, in week six, you will learn how to be a successful participant by learning about taking care of yourself, including pre-trip planning, knowing hazards associated with international travel, and physiologic vulnerability.
By the completion of Foundations for Global Health Responders course, you will be more informed about the world you live in and have a better grasp of the processes by which governments and organizations work to promote health throughout the world. Additionally, you'll discover how to safeguard your safety and participate intelligently in the field of global health. You'll be equipped to engage in global health activities all around the world, bring your talents to chronic or urgent issues, and assist in meeting urgent requirements.
Instructor: Dr. Jay Lemery, MD
Offered by: University of Colorado System
Coursera rating: 4.6/5.0, 28 ratings
Enroll here: https://www.coursera.org/learn/ghresponder
