THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA.
COURSE DESCRIPTION The purpose of this course is for students to develop a working knowledge of the influence of health disparities on health outcomes among vulnerable populations in the United States and the role of health policy. The course will begin with an introduction to the concept of vulnerability and a vulnerability framework for research. Next, we will cover social, individual, and systematic influences on health and vulnerability. Finally, students will learn about interventions and policies aimed at reducing health disparities in vulnerable populations.