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BASIC ECONOMICS FOR POPULATION AND HEALTH

The course deals with basic elements of economics as they relate to population and health. Among the basic concepts are individual demand and supply, market demand and supply, supply of labour, vertical and horizontal mobility of labour, labour and economic production, different economic systems and the significance for human capital development especially in developing countries, pricing of factors, including labour, and reasons for differences in wages.

Objective: The objective of the course is to equip students with skills to apply basic concepts in economics to human population and health issues.       

Mode of Delivery: The mode of delivery is the lecture method. In addition, students will be made to do independent research and report on their findings through presentations.

Course Code: 
POH 106
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health

INTRODUCTION TO DYNAMICS OF POPULATION CHANGE

The course introduces students to basic concepts in population change: issues in fertility, mortality and migration as components of population change. Aspects will include trends and patterns of fertility and mortality in Ghana and Africa, patterns of historical as well as current movements in Ghana and Africa (e.g. slave trade and refugeeism) and identify factors which have contributed to the change in human population size and characteristics in time and space and how population has in turn generated changes such as rapid urbanization due to migration.

Objective: By the end of the course, the student will be able to explain basic concepts in dynamics of population change.

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered through lectures, individual and group presentations.

Course Code: 
POH 104
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health

THEMATIC GEOGRAPHY OF GHANA

This course covers aspects of the physical, socio-political and economic conditions that have shaped the physical and cultural landscape of Ghana.  Issues include evolution of landscapes, geographical regions, population distribution and migration, settlement patterns and health systems.  Other topics include key economic activities in Ghana and effects of globalization on the economy of Ghana

Objective: It is expected that at the end of the course, students would be able to describe some physical features/characteristics and their implications on the socio-economic and political development of Ghana.

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered through lectures, individual and group presentations and fieldwork.

Course Code: 
GEO 103
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health

INTRODUCTION TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

The course focuses on the concepts of reproductive health and examines the evolution from family planning to reproductive health. It includes the definition and components of sexual and reproductive health, societal responses to issues in reproductive health, and specific aspects such as adolescent and adults (male and female) reproductive health.

Objective: By the end of this course, the student should be able to explain basic concepts in reproductive health.

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered through lectures, individual and group presentations. Beyond epidemiology. Oxford. UK: Blackwell Publishing Ltd.

Course Code: 
POH 103
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health

INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND SOCIETY

This course deals with basic concepts about the individual as an entity, a member of a family, a community and society. The concepts discussed are the family, the community and

society; individual’s responsibility to the family, community and society. These basic concepts are related to perception of population numbers, size, growth and quality;

changing attitudes towards population issues and the range of responses from individuals, households, communities and society and their implications for health and healthy living.

Objective: The objective of the course is to build the capacity of students to analyze issues in population and health relating to the individual, family, community and society

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered by means of didactic lectures, individual and or group presentations and guest lectures. 

Course Code: 
POH 102
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health

INTRODUCTION TO POPULATION AND HEALTH

The objective of this course is to develop students’ capacity to understand and appreciate issues in population and health.

The course introduces students to the background, rationale and basic issues in population and health. The issues include social dimensions of health, the interactions within and between populations which have implications for health and ill-health, issues of healthy living and the aspects of spread of diseases. It also covers definitions and concepts associated with population and social dimensions of health (e.g. the definition of health and the health continuum).

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered through lectures, guest lectures, individual and group presentations.

Course Code: 
POH 101
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Population and Health
Dr. Daniel Asare presenting the equipment to Dr. Evans Ekanem

CEO of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital Donates Cadiothocograph to UCC Hospital

06 May, 2020 By louis Mensah

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Dr. Daniel Asare, has donated two sets of Cadiothocograph and their accessories valued at $20, 000 to the University Hospital.
    
Speaking at the presentation, Dr. Asare indicated that he was particularly concerned about maternal and neonatal mortality and therefore, his decision to support  UCC Hospital.   He said the equipment was used to record the fetal heartbeat and the uterine contractions during pregnancy. “Cadiothocograph helps to ensure that the health of the woman and the unborn child are in a good state” he explained

Pay attention to Maternal Mortality

Dr. Asare who is the immediate past CEO of the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH) noted that though the COVID-19 pandemic was currently national focus, it was important to pay attention to other long term medical issues like maternal mortality. “Wherever I find myself, I make sure the maternity unit is well equipped because the health of the pregnant woman and her unborn child is very vital,” he indicated.

Gratitude

The Director of University Health Services (DUHS), Dr. Evans Ekanem, in his response, expressed gratitude to the CEO of Korle Bu for showing true love. “I am overwhelmed by the generous gifts my brother has blessed us with and it shows his passion for humanity,” he added. 

Dr. Ekanem gave the assurance that the equipment would be put to good use and maintained regularly. He also indicated that arrangements would be made to train midwives and other staff on how to use the equipment to enhance delivery at the Maternity Unit.

Presentation to Director of UCC Hospital

ACCCCAR Donates Sanitary Items to UCC Hospital

06 May, 2020 By louis Mensah

The Association of Concerned Cape Coast Citizens and Residents (ACCCCAR) has presented sanitary items to the University Hospital to protect staff and clients from contracting COVID-19.
    
The items included two veronica buckets with stands, bottles of hand sanitizers, and some packets of tissue papers.

Speaking at the presentation, the Secretary of the Association, Mr. George Justice Arthur noted that they were concerned about the health of residents of Cape Coast, hence, their decision to support the UCC Hospital. He indicated that the UCC Hospital was one of the well-patronised health facilities in Cape Coast and therefore, it was important to provide them with the items to halt the spread of the virus.

Mr. Arthur noted that the Association has launched a campaign known as “the COVID-19 Combat Project” to support hospitals, radio stations, markets, police stations, and lorry stations in the metropolis. “This campaign is to wage war against this virus which has engulfed the world,” he said.

Mr. Arthur added that the focus of ACCCCAR was to champion and initiate projects aimed at developing Cape Coast.


In his response, the Director of University Health Services, Dr. Evans Ekanem, thanked the Association for the gesture. He commended them for showing interest in the health and safety of Cape Coast residents. “We are grateful that you have shown concern not only to the development of Cape Coast but in the health and wellbeing of the people,” he added.

Dr. Ekanem called on individuals and organisations to support the hospital to fight the pandemic. 

Presentation to an international student

UCC Presents Shopping Vouchers to International Students on Campus

05 May, 2020 By louis Mensah

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dora Edu-Buandoh has presented shopping vouchers and other items to international students of the University who are still staying on campus as a result of the closure of Ghana’s borders.

In addition, each student received a bottle of hand sanitizer, facemasks, and bags of sachet water.
    
In her remarks at the short presentation, Prof. Edu-Buandoh said the donation was to support the students to live a comfortable life whilst they stay on campus during the COVID-19 period. She explained that most of the international students could not go back to their respective countries following the closure of the University and the ban on travelling outside Ghana.

 “Our international students have been on campus since the President announced the closure of educational institutions in the country and we are aware things have not been easy for you. That is why we have taken steps to support you with the shopping voucher to purchase some things you may need and other protective items to ensure your health and safety,” she noted.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor advised the students to observe all the precautionary measures to contain the spread of COVID-19.  “You need to wash your hands with soap under running water frequently, use hand sanitizer when there is no water; maintain social distancing, and wear face masks” she added.

On their academic work, Prof. Edu-Buandoh urged them to actively participate in lectures on the e-learning platform and also study the materials provided for their various courses.

Present were the Dean of the Centre for International Education (CIE), Prof. Kwaku Boakye, Senior Assistant Registrar, Mrs. Juliana Audria Dankwa and some staff of CIE.


 

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