This course will discuss the significant burden of chronic disease in American society and cover the basic pathophysiology, epidemiology and medical therapy for various chronic diseases. Additional discussion regarding health disparities and how they relate to different chronic diseases will be presented. Pre-requisite(s):BIOL 109 Biology of The Human Organism or BIOL 139 Anatomy and Physiology for Respiratory Care Students or BIOL 271 Anatomy and Physiology II. Terms Offered:Spring Offered Distance Learning:No Credits:4 Contact Hours: Lecture: 4