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OVERVIEW
The study and practice of agricultural health and medicine is centered on the safety and well-being of those who work in agriculture, as well as the condition of the agricultural environment and how it affects people’s health. It covers a wide range of concerns relating to the health and well-being of agricultural workers, their families, and their communities.
Agricultural health and medicine professionals work to identify and mitigate health and safety risks associated with agricultural work, including exposure to hazardous chemicals and physical stressors, as well as zoonotic diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. They also work to promote healthy agricultural practices and to develop interventions that can improve the health and well-being of those who work in agriculture. Additionally, the field addresses the economic, social, and cultural factors that impact the health and well-being of agricultural communities.
COURSE JUSTIFICATION
The agricultural workforce in SSA have high rates of physical and mental illness, excessive work-related mortality, poor access to healthcare, and low health literacy. As a result, diseases and illnesses that are easily treatable in urban environments have poor health outcomes in these rural settings. The AgHealthMed course focuses on strategies to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of rural and marginalized agricultural workers. This course also emphasizes how production in primary industries and agribusiness depends on health, safety, and welfare. In addition to focusing on the social determinants of health in rural and marginalized areas, the AgHealthMed course also examines topics related to climate change, agricultural practices, remote community sustainability, and other personal determinants of health.
Students who want to pursue further education as well as health and rural professionals who want to update their knowledge and improve healthcare delivery, research, safety, policy, and literacy in rural and marginalized communities — or to increase agricultural production and sustainability — will benefit from taking the AgHealthMed course.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- To provide an understanding of the health and safety risks associated with agricultural work.
- To examine the impact of agricultural practices on human health and the environment.
- To develop skills and knowledge for promoting healthy agricultural practices and developing interventions to improve the health and well-being of those who work in agriculture.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
After successful completion of the Agricultural Health and Medicine course you will have:
- Acquired the information and knowledge needed to identify threats and enhance the well-being, safety, and health of rural populations.
- Increased your understanding of how economic, social, and environmental factors contribute to greater rates of morbidity and mortality in rural and remote SSA.
- A better comprehension of the problems with physical and mental health that affect agricultural workers, including women and children.
- The capacity to talk about climate change and how it affects productivity and health.
- Knowledge of the requirements needed for health policies to enhance services and safety initiatives in remote communities.
- The capability to research and address issues with rural and agricultural health using online communication technology.
Curriculum
- 9 Sections
- 22 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Module 1: Agricultural Health Prevention and ManagementThis module explores the prevention and management strategies for addressing agricultural health issues. It covers topics such as occupational health and safety standards; hazard identification and risk assessment; personal protective equipment; ergonomics; biosecurity measures; health education; health screening; first aid; rehabilitation; etc.t3
- Module 2: Environmental Health in AgricultureEnvironmental health in agriculture refers to the study of the impact of agricultural practices on the environment and human health. It covers various topics, including soil health, water quality, air pollution, occupational health and safety, and the use of pesticides and other chemicals in agriculture. Environmental health is a critical aspect of agriculture, as it directly affects the safety and quality of our food supply. With increasing concerns about environmental degradation and its impact on human health, it is essential to understand the relationship between environmental health and agriculture. This lesson aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental health in agriculture, its importance, relevance, and scope. Through this lesson, students will learn about the various environmental health hazards associated with agriculture, such as chemical contaminants, pathogens, and zoonotic diseases, and their potential impact on human health.3
- Module 3: Introduction to Agricultural Health and Medicine3
- Module 4: Zoonotic Diseases and AgricultureAnimals can transmit zoonotic diseases to people, and this makes them a crucial subject of study in the Agricultural Health and Medicine course. Agriculture is a sector of the economy that involves frequent interactions between people, animals, and the environment, which presents a risk for the spread of zoonotic illnesses. This is especially true in livestock husbandry, where employees are exposed to a variety of infections carried by animals. In this lesson, we will delve into the dangers of zoonotic infections and how they can be avoided. We will look at the biology and ecology of zoonotic pathogens, including their transmission modes, hosts, and reservoirs. We will teach about the clinical symptoms of zoonotic diseases, as well as their diagnosis and treatment.3
- Module 5: Social, Cultural, and Economic Factors in Agricultural HealthMillions of people around the world depend on agriculture for their livelihoods, making it a crucial sector for the economies and food security of many nations. The health and happiness of agricultural workers and their families, however, can be impacted by a variety of social, cultural, and economic issues that are connected to the profession. We will examine these elements and how they affect the health of agriculture in this module.5
- Module 6: Healthy and Sustainable Agricultural Communities2
- Module 7: Interventions for Agricultural Health and Safety2
- Module 8: Emerging Issues in Agricultural Health and Medicine1
- End of Course Evaluation Examination1
Eagmark’s vision is to advance agricultural productivity and enhance innovation and technology in the industry. Our mission is to improve the present and build a sustainable, resilient, food-secure future through innovations and collective intelligence.
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