PH 517 - Evolution of Public Health Biosecurity

Units: 3

Overview of the global system of epidemic alert and response network, international public health security, and long-term preparedness and capacity-building as it relates to public health emergencies. Analyzes cases of biosecurity incidents; public health laboratory testing; biosecurity regulations; preventative measures to mitigate weapons of mass destruction threats; health data security; animal, plant, food, and environmental monitoring systems; food and agriculture safety and defense; medical countermeasures; and Centers for Disease Control goals and strategies. Enrollment restricted to students admitted to the MPH Program.

Prerequisite(s): PH 515 .