Maternal and Child Health: Programs and Policies

SBS 246 Subject & Catalog Number

Description

Components of health care programs for mothers and children are discussed in the context of the epidemiology of important health problems, the historical and legislative background, and social policies. The course takes a life-course approach and health programs appropriate to prenatal, early and late childhood, adolescence, and youth are presented in terms of the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary action required to improve the health status of populations. The social, political, and environmental factors that shape current and future maternal and child health problems and policies are discussed. Topics include infant mortality and low birthweight, maternal and child mental health, maternal morbidity and mortality, services for children with special health care needs, and financing of health care for mothers and children.

Course Activities: Class discussion, written exercises.