Disease Clusters
$49
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What You'll Learn
- This course will help you understand what a disease cluster is and how it is studied.
- The goal is to empower community (or citizen) scientists, and to help build better relationships between communities and health officials.
Do a lot of people in your neighborhood all seem to have the same sickness? Are people concerned about high rates of cancer? Your community may want to explore the possibility of a disease cluster, which happens when there is a higher number of cases of disease than expected. When communities hear about cases of disease in their neighborhood, they are rightfully concerned. However, the results of investigations by the health department often find no evidence of a cluster. This course will help you understand what a disease cluster is and how it is studied. The goal is to empower community (or citizen) scientists, and to help build better relationships between communities and health officials.
Course FAQs
Is this an accredited online course?
Accreditation for 'Disease Clusters' is determined by the provider, Johns Hopkins University. For online college courses or degree programs, we strongly recommend you verify the accreditation status directly on the provider's website to ensure it meets your requirements.
Can this course be used for continuing education credits?
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How do I enroll in this online school program?
To enroll, click the 'ENROLL NOW' button on this page. You will be taken to the official page for 'Disease Clusters' on the Johns Hopkins University online class platform, where you can complete your registration.
