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BHF 402

Aging and Health
Name: Aging and Health
Course Number: BHF 402
Credit(s): 3

Course Description

This course focuses on health promotion for aging individuals within the natural lifecycle, exploring community, state, and federal health programs and services tailored for older adults. Students learn about the aging process and its associated challenges, comprehensively addressing this crucial public health issue. The course examines biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging in the context of health and wellness. Topics covered include clinical preventive services, health behavior change, exercise, nutrition and weight management, mental health, community health, diverse forms of support, and public health policy. (Formerly BHF 402 Topics: Health and Aging)

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand aging through theories and models.
  • Discuss successful aging, considering lifecycles and health programs for older adults.
  • Design, implement, and assess public health programs for older adults.
  • Comprehend biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging in health and wellness.

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