PH 143 PH 143 - Climate and health

This course will take an interdisciplinary approach to examine the connections between human health, ecosystems, and climate change.  Students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to become effective advocates to reduce climate impacts on health at the individual, population and global levels.  After reviewing the foundations of climate science, the course will explore the environmental conditions, hazards, and health outcomes associated with climate change.  Issues of health equity, the impact of climate on vulnerable populations, and climate justice will be addressed.  Teaching tools include lectures, team-based learning, audiovisual media, case studies, guest experts, and assigned readings/exercises.  Summative assignments will provide students the opportunity to propose approaches to climate-informed health care and public health policy.

0.50 Dartmouth units: (HP, P, LP, NC)

*Core Requirement: None

Prerequisites: None

Offered: Spring (1st half) - Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 8:15

Instructor

Robert McLellen and Sarah Crockett

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