Human Paleopathology

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This seminar critically examines biological and cultural concepts and perspectives related to the study of health and disease in past populations. Topics include trauma, joint disease, infections, paleoparasitology, congenital disorders, and the role of human behaviour as a determinant of individual and population health outcomes. Cross-listed: BANT-4311(3). Restrictions: Honours Form Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and BANT-4311. Requisite Courses: ANTH-3306 (or the former ANTH-4306) or BANT-3306 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].