COMM 4500 - Health Communication

Examines the role of communication in a wide range of health contexts. Topics include cultural constructions of health and illness, public health communication campaigns, client-provider interactions, telemedicine, community-based health programs and medical journalism. Note: This course fulfills the communication department’s exit class requirement. Cross-listed with COMM 5500. Term offered: fall, spring. Restriction: Restricted to students with junior standing or higher or permission from the instructor. Max Hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3