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752-6151-00L 3 Credits MSC , NDS D-GESS , D-HEST , D-USYS

Public Health Concepts

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Rolf Heusser, PD Dr. Georg Bauer
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:47

Abstract

The module "public health concepts" offers an introduction to key principles of public health. Students get acquainted with the concepts and methods of epidemiology. Students also learn to use epidemiological data for prevention and health promotion purposes. Public health concepts and intervention strategies are presented, using examples from infectious and chronic diseases.

Objective

At the end of this module students are able: - to interpret the results of epidemiological studies - to critically assess scientific literature - to know the definition, dimensions and determinants of health - to plan public health interventions and health promotion projects - to draw a bridge from evidence to policies and politics

Content

Concepts of descriptive and analytical epidemiology, study designs, measures of effect, confounding and bias, screening, surveilllance, definition of health and health promotion, health dimensions and health determinants, prevention strategies, public health interventions, public health action cycle, epidemiology and prevention of infectious and chronic diseases (HIV, COVID-19, Obesity, Iodine/PH nutrition).

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts are provided to students in the classroom.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
no aids

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Public Health Concepts No time listed 2 h weekly

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