Asian American Health Equity – PHE 410/510
Asian Americans face tremendous disparities in preventable health conditions yet they are often invisible in health research and policy. As a result, health resources and services are inadequate to meet the needs of this growing and heterogeneous population. In this course, we will examine the historical, social, cultural, and political context that shapes health in Asian American communities in Portland and beyond. We will draw upon both public health and ethnic studies frameworks as lenses in understanding health disparities and community wellness among Asian Americans.