PHMD 2900 — Global Self-Care Approaches and Strategies
4 semester hoursUndergraduateLectureNUpath EX
Develops a basic understanding of self-care and preventive health strategies that consumers use in United States and other cultures/countries. Examines the similarities and differences of the role of over-the-counter (OTC) medications and pharmacy in the healthcare environment through the use of the internet and contemporary media, observations in other countries, and discussions with guest speakers. Explores the clinical use, safety and efficacy of common OTC medications and complementary alternatives (vitamins, minerals, supplements, herbals, homeopathic remedies, etc.) available in the US compared to what is available in other countries. Explores historical and modern community pharmacy environments and other culturally relevant venues in other cultures.