PHE 456 – Health Aspects of Aging
Biography
Examination of health-related changes that occur with aging. Review of current scientific literature with an investigation of physiological mechanisms responsible for changes in functional capacity throughout life. Explores the role of physical activity and nutrition in healthy aging.
Expected Preparation:
PHE 295 – Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
PHE 250 – Our Community: Our Health
Bi 302 – Human Anatomy and Physiology
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² CEPH Non-Primary Instructional Faculty
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