University of West Florida

School of Allied Health and Life Sciences

Course Description

Environmental Health in the Urban Community

Today, a majority of people live in cities and by 2050 over 75% of the world’s population will be urban dwellers. This course will provide an overview of the major environmental health issues facing urban areas and their inhabitants. Covers the physical, chemical, and biological hazards present in urban areas and their effects on human health. Instructors: John J. Lanza, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAP and Julie Philippart, MT(ASCP), Dr. PH

	University of West Florida School of Allied Health and Life Sciences Course Description Environmental Health in the Urban Community Today, a majority of people live in cities and by 2050 over 75% of the world’s population will be urban dwellers. This course will provide an overview of the major environmental health issues facing urban areas and their inhabitants. Covers the physical, chemical, and biological hazards present in urban areas and their effects on human health. Instructors: John J. Lanza, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAP and Julie Philippart, MT(ASCP), Dr. PH	Welcome Course Introduction & Design Unit 1: Planning and Public Health Foundations Unit 2: Natural and Built Environments Unit 3: Vulnerable Populations and Health Disparities Unit 4: Health Policy and Global Impacts Final Learning and Reflection Course Offerings + Joint Degree Programs Readings Course Assignments Additional Resources Curriculum News + Comments Contact
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Built Environment + Public Health : Course Curriculum

University of West Florida

School of Allied Health and Life Sciences

Environmental Health in the Urban Community