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223.665.81
Infection, Immunity and Undernutrition: Interactions and Effects

Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2012 - 2013
Instruction Method
TBD
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Introduction to Online Learning. A basic knowledge of immunology and nutrition is desirable.

Description
Reviews current data on the metabolic, physiologic and endocrinological events that comprise, the acute phase responses of the body to infection. Discusses the detrimental impact of these, responses on nutrient intake, metabolism, absorptions, and losses. Examines the deleterious effects of undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies on host barrier defenses, innate,, mucosal, humoral and cell-mediated immunity, and pathogen virulence. Evaluates the influence of nutritional status on responses to vaccination and antimicrobial therapy.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. describe the impact of infectious diseases on nutritional status
  2. explain the general effects of undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies on host immunity and the impact on immunity to the major infectious causes of child morbidity and mortality
  3. Discuss the implications for the control of pediatric infectious diseases in low income countries