INTM 6334 Human Rights, Justice, and Health
Examines the socio-political climates impacting health equity in the United States and globally. A major focus of the course will involve critical dialogue of social and environmental injustice and inequities that impact the health of populations particularly vulnerable groups. We will also discuss health as a basic "human right" including implications of national and global responsibility. Discussions pertaining to issues of ethical and just distribution of wealth, allocation of resources, access to care, rationing of care and effect on health of individuals, groups, and the nation will be emphasized. Whenever possible cases will be drawn from challenges present in the Rio Grande Valley. Students will be challenged to examine these issues through in depth analysis and new insights in proposing innovative ways to resolve these inequities.
Offered
As scheduled