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Chronic disease prevention and control

PBH3009

Synopsis

This unit will extend on upon your foundational knowledge in epidemiology and disease prevention. You will focus on the burden of chronic disease, examining both the Australian context and global perspectives. You will apply techniques for measuring the burden of disease, examine risk factors for chronic disease and explore the impact of the determinants of health on chronic disease. You will present evidence-based approaches to disease prevention and control.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points
6
Level
3
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Faculty
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites (3)

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Offerings (1)

  • Second semesterCaulfield · ON-CAMPUS