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The CUHK JC

School of Public Healthand Primary Care

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Address: 2/F, School of Public Health Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong

Tel: (852) 2252 8434 / 8418 / 8424 Fax: (852) 2145 7489E-mail: mph_cuhk@cuhk.edu.hk

The JC School of Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Course Information as of May 10, 2016. JC School of Public Health and Primary Care (JCSPHPC) reserves the right to change / cancel any course due to unforeseen reasons; every effort will be made to avoid cancellations. In case of any changes and cancellations, announcement will be made over JCSPHPC website (www.sphpc.cuhk.edu.hk).

Summer Course List

OENV5008PBHT5005PBHT5801PBHT5804

POPG5006WOHS5002

Water and Health (2 units)

Basic Human Physiology (2 units)

Climate Change and Health (1 unit)

Ethics, Social Justice and Global Health (1.5 units)

Disaster & Humanitarian Crisis (1.5 units)

Women’s Health: common health conditions and related issues (2 units)

Jun 23 - Jul 14Aug 22-25

Jul 7-8Jul 4, 7, 12, 15, 18 & 21

Jul 4-6Jul 19 - Aug 13

Size: 210mm x 297mm

  

         

Introduction JC School of Public Health and Primary Care (JCSPHPC) of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is an Asia‐Pacific regional centre of public health research and teaching that strives to maintain an  internationally recognized standard of excellence in training public health professionals and to advance the development of public health and primary care.  Global Health Summer School (GHSS) presented by JCSPHPC aims to construct a global teaching platform for people  from around  the world  to exchange  ideas and update  the  latest  issues on  relevant  topics  in public health, so as to further enhance and broaden their knowledge base in public health‐related areas, contributing to the success of protecting, improving and providing health on a global perspective.  This year, GHSS offers a wide range of intensive summer courses, which are credit‐bearing courses under the existing curriculum of Master of Public Health.  Courses offered at GHSS are taught by academic staff from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and international collaborative institutions; non‐public health based affiliates; and local and international experts. Individuals who are interested in and want to further enrich and broaden knowledge  in public health‐related disciplines,  including existing  JCSPHPC students; international students; public health professionals; and members of the public, are welcome to apply.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

   

  

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Notes for Applicants  Venue and Time School of Public Health Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong.  Full Day Session: 0930‐ 12:30 & 14:00 – 17:00 AM Session: 09:30 – 12:30 PM Session: 14:00 – 17:00 Evening Session: 18:30 – 21:30    Medium of Instruction  All courses are taught in English.   Tuition Fee Tuition Fee for 2016 Summer courses is rated at HK$4,200 per credit. Each applicant is required to pay a non‐refundable Application Fee of HK$100.   Special Offer CUHK and JCSPHPC’s current students and graduates can enjoy a 10% discount    Admission Requirement Bachelor’s honours degree (not lower than second‐class lower division honours, or B grade); or Bachelor’s degree in medicine or an approved health related field.    Certification  Certificates will be awarded to students who have at least 75% attendance and obtain a ‘Satisfactory Pass’ in the assessment of the courses.    CME Accreditation  All the credit‐bearing courses are CME accredited.    Enquiries: JC School of Public Health and Primary Care,  Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Address:  2/F, School of Public Health Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2252 8424 / 8434 / 8418 Fax: (852) 2145 7489 E‐mail: mph_cuhk@cuhk.edu.hk    

  

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 2016 Summer Course List  

1  OENV 5008   Water and Health June 23 to July 15  

2  POPG 5006  Disaster & Humanitarian Crisis July 4 – 6  

3  PBHT 5801   Climate Change and Health July 7 & 8  

4  PBHT 5804   Ethics, Social Justice and Global Health  July 4, 7, 12, 15, 18 & 21

5  PBHT 5005   Basic Human Physiology Aug 22‐25, Sep 30  

6  WOHS 5002  Women’s Health: common health conditions and related issues 

July 19 – Aug 13 

 Course Information as of May 10, 2016   CUHK JC School of Public Health and Primary Care (JCSPHPC) reserves the right to change/cancel any course due to unforeseen reasons;  every effort will be made to avoid cancellations. In case of any changes and cancellations, announcement will be made over JCSPHPC website (www.sphpc.cuhk.edu.hk).                                 

  

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  Course Title OENV 5008 Water and Health Module Coordinator Prof. KF Ho Credits 2 Date/ Time June 23 to July 15

Description This a 2-credit course for graduate students. This course gives a brief introduction to water, environment, and health.

I. Learning Outcomes or Objectives of the Course Student should be able to:

describe importance of water cycle, climate change, and reasons for scarcity of water; understand importance of water in human health; describe problems of water, sanitation and hygiene in urban slum population; describe common diarrheal diseases, their prevention, and some success stories in developing countries; describe how climate affects infectious diseases; understand effect of heavy metal poisoning from industrial and agricultural pollution.

II. Course Schedule

Proposed dates Hrs Session Speaker Venue June 23, 2016

(Thur) 2-5 pm

3 1 Prof. KF Ho KCTCRC

June 27, 2016

(Mon) am + pm

3 2 Prof. T Meyers

KCTCRC

3 3 Prof. T Meyers

SR 1

June 29, 2016 (Wed) 2-5 pm

3

4 Mr. James Fung

KCTCRC

July 11. 2016 (Mon) 2-5 pm

3 5 Prof. KF Ho LKS 301

July 12, 2016 (Tue)

2-5 pm 3 6 Prof. KF Ho LKS 301

July 13, 2016 (Wed) 2-5 pm

3 7 Prof. KF Ho Campus Lab

July 15, 2016 (Fri)

2-5 pm

2

1 8

Mr. James Fung

Quiz (1 hr) LKS 301

III. Assessment Assessment Scheme Description Weight Quiz Final Paper/Report

Quiz on last session (1 hr)

1250-1500 words to be turned in within 1 week

40%

60%

  

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Course Title POPG5006 Disaster and Humanitarian Crisis Module Coordinator Prof. Emily Chan Credits 1.5 Date July 4-6, 2016 Description Disaster and humanitarian responses are crucial elements in public health practices in

the global community. Humanitarian relief actions often highlight the importance of preparedness, training and multidisciplinary response actions. This course will offer participants an overview of public health and medical implication of disasters and humanitarian crisis. It discusses about health needs assessments and evaluation post disaster. It aims to show how public health principles may be applied in disaster relief and how evidence-based health related humanitarian actions can be planned, implemented and evaluated.

I. Learning Outcomes or Objectives of the Course Student should be able to: understand and identify key medical and health implications of disaster and humanitarian crisis; gain an overview of the global disaster and humanitarian response actors, policies and systems; have the ability to formulate relevant evidence based strategy to respond to population needs during disaster

and humanitarian relief; apply public health principles in disaster responses.

II. Course Schedule

Date Topic Format Venue

July 4, 2016 (Mon)

AM + PM

Course Overview Principles of public health and its application and approach in disaster and humanitarian studies.

Lecture

KCTCRC

Mental health and psychosocial support in emergency Lecture

July 5, 2016 (Tue)

AM + PM

Health needs in natural disasters/ manmade disaster, public health and general medical response

Lecture

Video sharing on SPHERE Standard Video Stimulation exercise Class

exercise

July 6, 2016 (Wed)

AM + PM

Complex emergencies Disaster preparedness, emergency response program policy planning and evaluation

Lecture

International policy on disaster setting Revision Examination Post-exam wrap-up

Lecture

III. Assessment Assessment Scheme Weight Attendance *0% (Students are expected to attend at least 80% of the lectures to be eligible to

sit in the final examination) Case Study 50% Final Examination 50%       

  

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I. Learning Outcomes or Objectives of the Course Student should be able to: gain an overview of key issues related to climate change and health; apply the concept of 3 domains of public health to understand and analyze the impact of climate change on

health; examine disease pattern and public health burden related climate change in the 21st century; understand human behavior patterns and adaptation related to climate change; discuss public health responses and policies that aim to protect populations from adverse impact of climate

change.

II. Course Schedule

Date Hrs Topic Format Venue

Jul 7, 2016

AM 3 Climate Change and Health Overview Lecture KCTCRC

Jul 7, 2016

PM 3

Methods to Study Disease Pattern of Climate Change

Lecture KCTCRC

Jul 8, 2016

AM 3

Human Behavior and Adaptation to Climate Change

Lecture/

Class exercise KCTCRC

Jul 8, 2016

PM 3

From Science to Policy: Public Health Responses in Climate Change

Lecture/

Class exercise KCTCRC

III. Assessment Assessment Scheme Weight Attendance *0% (Students are expected to attend at least 80% of the lectures to be eligible to

sit in the final examination)MCQ/SAQ Quiz 40%

Newspaper Opinion Column writing

60%

Course Title PBHT 5801 Climate Change and Health Module Coordinator Prof. Emily Chan Credits 1 Time July 7 & 8, 2016 Description Climate change is an important topic for public health practice for the 21st

century. This course will offer participants an overview of issues related to climate change and health. It aims to show how public health principles may be applied in issues of climate change to support community preparedness, response, policy formulation and implementation.

  

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Course Title PBHT5804 Ethics, Social Justice and Global Health Module Coordinator Prof. Huso Yi Credits 1.5 Date / Time Summer 2016: Date: July 4, 7, 12, 15, 18 and 21

Time: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm Description This course will introduce students to basic ideas of public health ethics and justice

and discusses how those ideas apply to global biomedical issues.

I. Learning Outcomes or Objectives of the Course

Student should be able to: understand basic ideas about global health ethics and global justice; understand some key facts about current practices in health care and medical research that have global

consequences; judge the strengths and weaknesses of value arguments in the readings; express your own ideas and learn how to explain your reasons to other people.

II. Course Schedule

Date Hrs Topic Requirements Lecturer Venue

July 4, 2016 (Mon) 2-5 pm

3 Public Health Ethics I Class Exercise

Prof Huso Yi

SR1

July 7, 2016 (Thur) 2-5 pm

3 Public Health Ethics II Class Exercise Room 425

July 12, 2016 (Tue)

2-5 pm 3

Global Health Ethics and Justice I

Class Exercise Room 425

July 15, 2016 (Fri)

2-5 pm 3

Global Health Ethics and Justice II

Class Exercise Short Answer Test

Room 425

July 18, 2016 (Mon) 2-5 pm

3 Ethical Issues in Global Health I

Class Exercise SR1

July 21, 2016 (Thur) 2-5 pm

3 Ethical Issues in Global Health II

Class Exercise Short Answer Test

SR1

III. Assessment

Assessment Scheme Description Weight Class discussion In-class discussion exercise 10%

2 Short Answer Tests 1 hour test at the end of the third and sixth day (4:30pm to 5:30pm). Short Answers to test comprehension of the material covered that day. 20% each.

40%

Essay

Write a critical argumentative essay on one of three essays questions (to be handed out in class), dealing with one of the three course topics. 1500-2000 words. Due 28 July 2016

50%

  

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Course Title PBHT 5005 Basic Human Physiology Module Coordinator Prof. Martin Wong Credits 2 Description This course is a basic introduction to the human body for public health students

without a bio-medical background. It is geared towards students with an undergraduate degree in the social sciences, arts and physical sciences. It will introduce the overview of basic scientific mechanisms, concepts and principles in health and in the pathogenesis of disease. It provides clinical scientific foundation for applications to the practice of public health. Professionals in the clinical health field such as physicians, nurses, dentists and allied health specialists will not be permitted to take this course for credit.

I. Learning Outcomes or Objectives of the Course Student should be able to:

understand the fundamental principles of human biology, anatomy and physiology; describe the major diseases in each body system; enumerate strategies to combat and prevent these common diseases .

II. Course Schedule

Date Time Hrs Topic Lecturer Venue

22 Aug, 2016

(Mon)

9:30am – 12:30 pm

3

Introduction: cells, issues Circulatory System Dermatological system I Special Senses I

Prof. Martin Wong

KCTCRC

2 – 5 pm 3 Reproductive and Urinary systems

Prof. Carmen Wong

23 Aug, 2016 (Tue)

9:30am – 12:30 pm

3 Dermatological system II Special Senses II Respiratory System

Prof. Martin Wong

KCTCRC

2-5 pm 3 Gastrointestinal System

Prof. Martin Wong

24 Aug, 2016

(Wed)

9:30am – 12:30 pm

3 Musculoskeletal system

Prof. Martin Wong

KCTCRC

2-5 pm 3 Endocrine system Diabetes

Prof. Martin Wong

25 Aug, 2016

(Thur)

9:30am – 12:30 pm

3 Immune system Hematological system

Prof. May Yeung

KCTCRC

2-5 pm 3 Neurological System

Prof. May Yeung

30 Sep,

2016 (Fri)

2-4 pm 2 Examination KCTCRC

III. Assessment Assessment Scheme Description WeightFinal Examination Homework Assignment(s)

MCQ Summative examination with short-note questions Take home assignment(s)

80% 20%

  

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Course Title WOHS 5002 Women’s Health: common health conditions and related issues

Module Coordinator Prof. Suzanne C Ho

Credits 2

Time July 19 – August 13, 2016 (Tuesdays, Thursdays 6:30-9:30, Saturdays 2:00-5:00 pm)

Description This course will provide a framework to discuss public health issues and determinants of health for women, particularly midlife and beyond. The course will highlight challenges to women during menopausal transition and the development of commonly encountered health problems from midlife onwards. Public health approach in preventive strategies for common health problems during this life stage will also be emphasized.

I. Course Schedule

Day Date (tentative) Hrs Topic Venue Lecturer

& Tutors (T)

1 19 July 2016

(Tuesday) 6:30-9:30 pm

3 Introduction to Course and assignment Menopausal transition, symptoms and

related health issues KCTCRC Prof Suzanne C Ho

2 21 July 2016 (Thursday)

6:30-9:30 pm 3

Musculoskeletal conditions: osteoporosis, osteoarthritis

KCTCRC Dr. Anthony Kwok

3 26 July 2016

(Tuesday) 6:30-9:30 pm

3 Cardiovascular risks in women

Obesity and metabolic syndrome in women

KCTCRC Prof Suzanne C Ho

Prof. Juliana Chan

4 28 July 2016 (Thursday)

6:30-9:30 pm 3

Soy intake and women’s health Discussion of presentation topics

KCTCRC Prof Suzanne C Ho

5 2 August 2016

(Tuesday) 6:30-9:30 pm

3 Epidemiology of Breast cancer

Breast cancer management and predictors of survival

KCTCRC Prof Winnie Yeo

6 4 August 2016

(Thursday) 6:30-9:30 pm

3 Mental well-being

Anxiety and depression in women KCTCRC

Prof Sandra Chan

7 6 August 2016

(Saturday) 2:00-5:00

3 Alzheimer’s disease

Care giver burden KCTCRC

Mrs Kao Prof Suzanne C Ho

8 9August 2016

(Tuesday) 6:30-9:30 pm

3 Presentation* KCTCRC Prof Suzanne C Ho/ Dr

Ruby Yu

9 13 August 2016

(Saturday) 1 Examination

*Group presentation (2 per group), 25-30 minutes per group

III . Assessment

Assessment Scheme Description WeightPresentation Group Presentation (2) on selected topic plus power point preparation

Individual presentation on implications of findings 30% 15%

Commentary and participation

Commentary and contribution to discussion on selected topic presentation

10 %

Examination Multiple choice questions 45%/55%

  

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Global Health Summer School 2016 APPLICATION FORM

Application Procedure Please complete the Application Form and submit it with academic supporting documents and crossed cheques payable to “The Chinese University of Hong Kong” by mailing to: Global Health Summer School 2016, 2/F, School of Public Health Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong.

Application DeadlinePlease submit your application before 3 Jun 2016 (Fri). Application is on first-come-first-served basis. Enquiry Tel: (852) 2252 8424 / 2252 8434 / 2252 8418 Email: mph_cuhk@cuhk.edu.hk

Please complete this form in BLOCK letters.

Title: Prof. / Dr. / Mr. / Ms. * Sex: M / F *

Name : (In English) (In Chinese)

Surname Given name

HKID Card / Passport *No.: Passport Issuing Country:

Correspondence Address:

Tel: Mobile: Fax:

Email Address: Academic Qualifications

Institution & Location Diploma/Degree Date of Attendance

(From / To)

Professional Qualifications

Professional Qualification Awarding Institution / Country Date of Award

Work Experience (In descending chronological order)

Institution & Location Position Date (From / To)

*Please delete as appropriate Ver.2016.04.15

 

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Course Selection

Application fee (non-refundable) HK$100 is required for each application.

Course Code Course Host Prog Credit Unit

Tuition

Fee

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POPG5006  Disaster & Humanitarian Crisis MPH 1.5  HK$6,300  

PBHT5801  Climate Change and Health  MPH  1  HK$4,200   

OENV5008  Water and Health  MPH 2  HK$8,400  

PBHT5804  Ethics, Social Justice & Global Health  MPH  1.5  HK$6,300   

PBHT5005  Basic Human Physiology  MPH  2  HK$8,400   

WOHS5002 Women’s Health: common health conditions and related issues  MPH  2  HK$8,400   

Application Fee (non-refundable) HK$100 Payment: (Please use separate cheques for Application Fee and Tuition Fee for each course).

Application Fee: HK$100 Cheque no.: Bank:

Tuition Fee: HK$ Cheque no.: Bank: Remarks: • No refund will be made after receipt of payment. • Acceptance of application is subject to availability. • A student visa is required if applicant do not have the right of abode/right to land in Hong Kong. I declare that the information given in support of this application is accurate and complete, and understand that any misrepresentation will result in the disqualification of my application for admission. Signature: Date: