The course deals with the history of diseases and the emergence of certain diseases at any point in time. The core issues to be deals with include the concept of epidemiological transition, health transition, HIV and AIDS, Emerging diseases (with emphasis on those found in Africa) and infectious disease control strategies. Specific populations’ susceptibility to emerging diseases as well as the sociocultural context of exposure to these risk factors will be discussed during the course. In addition, the national, regional and global economic and social impacts of emerging diseases will be covered.

Objective: The objective of the course is to introduce students to emerging disease with emphasis on HIV and AIDS from a socio-demographic context.

Mode of delivery: The modes of delivery are lecture and discussion.