This course is designed to present an in-depth understanding of the current knowledge and research in cancer biology and pathogenesis. Genetic, molecular and cellular mechanisms of cancer pathogenesis are covered in depth. Cancer epidemiology, concepts of primary risk reduction, as well as cancer screening are presented. Susceptibility for hereditary cancers due to germline mutations is included in the context of primary and secondary prevention. Current and
future applications of genomics to cancer care are presented and discussed.
Prerequisite: Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology and Advanced Health Assessment across the Lifespan.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Analyze theories and research findings relative to the current understanding of the biology of cancer; 2) Describe national and global trends in cancer incidence and mortality; 3) Discuss evidence supporting cancer prevention; 4) Analyze cancer risk associated with common hereditary cancer syndromes; 5) Understand general principles of cancer screening; 6) Analyze current and future applications of genomics to cancer care.
future applications of genomics to cancer care are presented and discussed.
Prerequisite: Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology and Advanced Health Assessment across the Lifespan.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Analyze theories and research findings relative to the current understanding of the biology of cancer; 2) Describe national and global trends in cancer incidence and mortality; 3) Discuss evidence supporting cancer prevention; 4) Analyze cancer risk associated with common hereditary cancer syndromes; 5) Understand general principles of cancer screening; 6) Analyze current and future applications of genomics to cancer care.