HEALTH COMMUNICATION IN THE INFORMATION AGE

COMARTS 318

Explore the diversity of health experiences and the ways in which health communication affects our lives, whether it is through interpersonal conversations about health issues, exposure to health information in the media, or through our personal involvement with the healthcare system.

COMARTS 518

Explore the role of communication as a contributor to existing health inequalities and a means of helping to reduce them. Consider social scientific theories and research on a wide array of topics including communication inequalities and public discourse around social determinants of health.

JOURN 821

Application and integration of theory in understanding the effects of mass media, with close attention to health communication campaign messages.

LIS/NURSING 517

Increases student understanding of appropriate and accurate materials for consumer health and family education; the ethical and organizational policy issues that arise when providing consumer and family health information in different settings; the role of the public media in disseminating health information; the health-related information needs and preferences of racial/ethnic minority populations. It also provides an introduction to health information technologies, from search engines to websites to apps, that put people in charge of managing their own health information.

PUBLHLTH 791

Effective health information communication strategy. Using a theoretical foundation for communication, better understand the factors that influence how individuals form attitudes and beliefs about health topics. Strategically plan health messaging for diverse audiences. Lead small group discussions and provide constructive peer feedback.