
Subject | Medicine & Health
Living Health
- Nursing and Health Science
- Living with Cancer
- Living with Dementia
- Living with Disasters
Learn about health science, including identifying issues related to living a healthy life, examining the factors involved, and finding solutions to these issues.
Content/学習内容
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Health, Well-being and Their Determinants
- Quality of Life (QOL)
- Determinants of Health
- Social Determinants of Health
- Altruism in Healthcare and Social Welfare Professions
This course explores the concepts of health, well-being, quality of life (QOL), and their determining factors, which form the foundation for holistic assessment and care. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of health-related concepts and the various factors that influence them.
Videos
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Environment and Health: Understanding the Determinants of Health and Well-being
This course examines the factors that determine and influence human health. Students will understand key concepts of health, Quality of Life (QOL), and well-being, while exploring the development, significance, and frameworks of health determinants.
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Universal Health Cover ledge & Social Innovation
Explain how social education relates to the social determinants of health and understand how social education can contribute to health promotion.
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Altruism for Health and Human Services Professionals
This course aims to broaden your perspective and understanding of altruism, one of the cornerstones of professionalism in the profession.
Lecturers
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Akiko Nosaki
Lecturer, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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SUN JIARU
Project Lecturer, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Toshinori Shimoi
Project Associate Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health and Nursing part 1
- Communicable Diseases
This lecture will explain health challenges and healthcare strategies in Japan in comparison with ASEAN countries.
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Health Issues and Health Policy in Japan.
-NCDs and Health Care-1. Why do we focus on the lifestyle-related disease prevention in Japan?
2. Summary of specific health checkup and specific health guidance
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Communicable Diseases and Health Care
This video lecture highlights the basic concepts around
communicable diseases and the global impact they exert on communities. Context is also explained on how and why the burden of communicable diseases is greater depending geographical and socio-economic factors. -
Characteristics of Chronic Heart Failure and Health Care
This lecture explains:.
1. an overview of the characteristics of heart failure and the current status of cardiovascular-
diseases in Asia.
2. treatment goals and the healthcare provided by nurses and a multidisciplinary disease management team to improve prognosis.
Lecturers
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Yukari Sugita
Associate Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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AMOS NYAMADZAWO
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Motohiro Sano
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health and Nursing part 2
- Nursing Education
- Nursing profession
- Healthcare Policy
- Innovative Power
This lecture will outline Japanese nursing,.
nursing education and innovative power of nursing.Videos
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Transition of Nursing in Japan
1.Nursing as a Profession in Japan
2.Nursing and Nursing Education in Japan: 1945-1952
3.Nursing and Nursing Education in Japan: 1953-1991
4.Nursing and Nursing Education in Japan: 1992-Present
5.Future Prospect -
Importance of Nursing Education and.
Nursing Research in JapanThis lecture will cover:.
1.The Nursing Profession and Licensure System in Japan
2.Current Status and Prospects of the Nursing Education System in Japan
3.Education and Learning in Graduate Schools of Nursing
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Nursing and Health Care Policy, Innovative Power of Nursing
This lecture will provide:
1. Nursing and the Law in Japan
2. Nursing Administration in Japan
3. Health Care Policy in Japan and Policy Activities by the Nursing Professions
4. Innovative Power of Nursing
5. Future Prospects – Nightingale’s Dream
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Shinobu Saito / Mariko Tobise
Associate Professor / Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Toshiko Nakayama/ Mamiko Ueda
Professor / Assistant, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Yoshiko Wazumi
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living with Cancer 1
- cancer control
This lecture will outline the characteristic trends in Japan related to cancer, its control, and nursing care.
Videos
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Trends in Cancer diseases
This lecture will outline:
1.Cancer mortality: Characteristics of Japan and global trends including ASEAN Countries
2.Cancer incidence: Characteristics of Japan and global trends
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Cancer Policy in Japan:
This lecture will outline:
1.Basic Law on Cancer Control,.
2.The 4th-term Basic Plan to Promote Cancer Control Programs,.
3.Primary,Secondary,Tertiary Prevention of Cancer -
An Example of Cancer Control in Japan: Preventing Cervical Cancer
This lecture will outline:
1. The characteristics of cervical cancer and the importance of prevention and early detection.
2. The current situation and challenges of HPV vaccination in Japan, as well as practical examples of empowering young generations with information.
Lecturers
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Mariko Masujima
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Rie Iino
Lecturer, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Kunie Maehara
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living with Cancer 2
- Multidisciplinary treatment of cancer
- Advanced Practice Nurse
This lecture will outline each caracteristic of cancer prognosis and treatment phases and health care in Japan.
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Characteristics of the cancer diagnosis and treatment phases:
Disclosure of diangnosis and prognosis and Multidisciplinary treatment of cancerThis lecture will cover:
1. Key aspects of cancer diagnosis and patient care during diagnosis notification.
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Nursing Care in Japan in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cancer part1
Certified Nurse Specialist in Cancer Nursing and Advanced Nursing Practice in JapanThis lecture will cover:
1. Education and the system of Certified Nurse Specialist (CNS).
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Nursing Care in Japan in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cancer part2
This lecture will cover.
1. The current state of cancer in Japan.
2. An overview of the cancer diagnosis and treatment phases.
3. Nursing care for out patients with cancer.
Lecturers
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Junko Kusunoki
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Makiko Tazaki/Tomoko Majima
Project Lecturer/Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Ayumi Amemiya
Lecturer, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living with Cancer 3
- End of Life Care
- Mental health
This course will outline the characteristics of
recurrent/metastatic and end-of-life phases, as well as
the healthcare provided for patients with cancer.Videos
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Characteristics of the Cancer Recurrence and End-of-Life Care
This lecture will outline:
1.Cancer Disease Characteristics and Trajectory
2.Total Pain of Cancer Patients in the Recurrent/Metastatic and End-of-life Phases -
Japanese Nursing for Patients in the Cancer Recurrence.
and End-of-Life PhasesThis lecture will outline:
1.Cancer patient in the recurrent/metastatic and end-of-life phases
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Mental Health and Family Support for Supporters.
who Care for Cancer PatientsThis course aims to:.
1. Overview psychological characteristics of.
patients with cancer and the supporter’s emotional labour
and mental health.
2. Explain the importance and practical strategies of.
self-care for supporters and an organized care approach.
3. Explain the burden and support given to families of people with cancer.
Lecturers
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Mariko Masuzima
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Michika Tanoue
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living with Cancer 4
- Complementary and alternative medicine(CAM)
- Adolescent&Young Adult(AYA)
This course will provide an overview of health care in Japan in the context of coexistence with cancer and diversity.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine(CAM) and Japanese Nursing
This lecture will cover :
1.Current status of cancer survivors and care for survivors in Japan
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Issues in AYA Cancer Patients and Nursing in Japan
This lecture will provide an overview of the characteristics of the AYA generation and AYA cancer patients. In addition, will be outlined,AYA cancer nursing will be explained in light of the AYA cancer control measures in Japan.
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Issues in Advanced Aged Cancer Patients and Nursing in Japan: inventiveness in Japanese nursing practices
This lecture provides an overview of the current status
of older cancer patients in Japan.Based on existing.
knowledge, it will explain the characteristics of older.
cancer patients, with a focus on frailty, multimorbidity,.
and polypharmacy. Lastly, nursing care for older cancer-
patients in Japan will be explained, particularly.
in relation to screening and decision support.
Lecturers
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Junko Kusunoki
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Akiko Tomioka
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Chihiro Sasaki
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health Inclusive of Dementia
- Basic Law on dementia in Japan
- Ageing society
- Cognitive impairment
This presentation will outline how Japan aims to preserve the dignity of people with dementia and create a symbiotic society
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Dementia Care and the Japanese Society
The number of people with dementia is increasing due to the ageing of society. This lecture will explain the ageing rate in Japan and other countries, the characteristics of cognitive impairment and its impact on daily life.
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Changes in Dementia Policies in Japan
Anyone can suffer from dementia. However, because the decision-making ability of people with dementia declines, they are likely to be subject to prejudice from those around them. This lecture will explain the various measures being taken in Japan to ensure that people have a correct understanding of dementia and that people with dementia are able to maintain their dignity.
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Basic Law on dementia in Japan
In Japan, ahead of the rest of the world, the Basic Law for the Realisation of a Dementia-Friendly Society was enacted on 1 January 2024 with the aim of promoting the creation of a vibrant society in which each and every citizen, including people with dementia, can fully demonstrate their individuality and abilities, and live together in mutual support and respect for each other’s personalities and individuality. This article explains this law.
Lecturers
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Sayuri Suwa
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health Inclusive of Dementia
- Multimorbidity
- Self-care
- Care
This course will outline the impacts of.
cognitive impartments and the care of patients.
with multimorbidity.Videos
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Impact of Cognitive Impairment on Dairy Life
Provide an overview of the number of older people with dementia and chronic illnesses and the cognitive disfunction caused by dementia.
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Relationship between Chronic Disease and.
Cognitive DisfunctionOutline the relationship between diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure, and cognitive dysfunction.
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Care of People with Dementia who have Chronic Illneses
Outlines directions for care that support the continuity of daily living and recuperation.Includes treatment goals for chronic conditions of dementia and specific ways to complement self-care.
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Kumiko Kuroda
Associate Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health Inclusive of Dementia
- Dementia inclusive society
This course will examine home-visit nursing care.
services as an essential component for enabling .
patients with dementia to continue living in their homes.
and communities.Videos
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Purpose and Role of Home-Visit Nursing
Outline the purpose of home-visit nursing in Japan and the roles required of home-visit nurses.
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Practical Support for People with Dementia and Their.
Families through Home-visit NursingOutline the impact of dementia on daily life and home-visit nursing support for individuals living with dementia.
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What is Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB)?
Outline the characteristics of the four major types of dementia and home-visit nursing support for people with DLB.
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Akiyo Yumoto
Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health Inclusive of Dementia 4
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) SupportAssistance with Activities of Daily LivingSupport for Daily Living Activities
- Care technology
This course will provide information of technologies.
to support dairy lives of people with dementia.Videos
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Social Background of the Importance of Care Technology
in JapanWe will explain why care technology is so important in the context of Japanese society, and provide a basis for considering the future of care technology.
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Development and Implementation of Care Robots in Japan
This lecture will explain the current situation regarding the development and implementation of care technology in Japan, including care robots, as well as measures to promote care technology, and ethical issues regarding the use of care technology.
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Using Technology to Help People with Dementia Achieve
Autonomy and IndependenceThis article outlines the importance of autonomy and independence for people with dementia, the support they need and the potential for using technology, the issues involved in using technology, and future prospects.
Lecturers
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Ayano Inuyama
Project Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Sayuri Suwa
Professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health for Disaster Resilience part 1
- Citizen science
This lecture will provide an overview of the fundamental
concepts related to disasters and the Disaster-
Assistance Systems in Japan.Videos
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What is a disaster? .
A Disaster cycle and characteristics of each phaseThis class will outline about what a disaster is, the types of disasters, and characteristics of each phases of disaster cycle.
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Support system according to disaster cycle in Japan
Disaster Assistance Mechanisms and Systems in Japan
Positions and Types of Supporters in Times of Disaster
Receiving aid (accepting assistance)
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Disaster Citizen Science
Necessity of Disaster Education in Universities
Disaster Citizen Science Seminar Construction Couse Citizens and University Students Learn from Each Other Fostering mutual help through the Use of Mimamoriai App Evaluation after the implementation of the Disaster Citizen Science Seminar.
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Naho Sato
Associate professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Miyuki Ishibashi
Associate professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Living Health for Disaster Resilience part 2
- health care during disasters
This lecture will explain characteristics of people who.
need assistance during disasters and their health care.Videos
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Vulnerable People During Disasters and People Requiring Assistance for Evacuation
This class will provides the followings;
1. Who Are Vulnerable People During Disasters and People Requiring Assistance for Evacuation?
2. System of Evacuation Support for People Requiring Assistance for Evacuation
3. Characteristics of Vulnerable People During Disasters -
Support for Vulnerable People During Disasters ①
Support Throughout the Disaster CycleThis class will outline the followings;.
1. Characteristics of vulnerable people during disasters in terms of disaster cycle.
2. Considering the support for individuals who require assistance with evacuation and post-disaster life due to their pre-disaster condition. -
Support for Vulnerable People During Disasters ②
Specific Healthcare ②
Public Health Nurse ActivitiesThis lecture will provide:
1.Legal Basis for Disaster Countermeasures in Japan
2.The Role of Public Health Nurses in Disaster Countermeasures
3.The Role of Public Health Nurses at Various Activity Bases During Disasters
4.Preventive Activities for Disasters During Normal Times
Lecturers
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Naho Sato
Associate professor, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Seiko Iwase
Lecturer, Graduate School of Nursing, National University Corporation Chiba University
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Community Healthcare: Case Studies from Thailand
Learn about community healthcare through cases from Thailand.
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Community Healthcare-Village Health Volunteer
Learn about Thailand’s nursing model that drives public health efforts at the community level
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Community Healthcare-Part I : Link in Public Health Systems
Learn about Thailand’s nursing model that drives public health efforts in remote areas. ( Part 1)
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Community Healthcare-Part II : Role and Duty
Learn about Thailand’s nursing model that drives public health efforts in remote areas. ( Part 2)
Lecturers
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Hikari Ishido
Graduate School of Global and Transdisciplinary Studies, Chiba University
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Elderly Healthcare Service and Age-Friendly Design
Learn about elderly healthcare service and age-friendly design through cases from Thailand.
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Elderly Healthcare Service -BangKhunThian Geriatric Hospital
Learn about Thailand’s elderly healthcare and services.
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Age-Friendly Design-Designing for the Elderly part 1
Learn how to design for the elderly. ( Part 1 )
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Age-Friendly Design-Designing for the Elderly part 2
Learn how to design for the elderly. ( Part 2 )
Lecturers
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Hikari Ishido
Professor, Graduate School of Global and Transdisciplinary Studies, Chiba University
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Staff/スタッフ
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Akiko NosakiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingLecturer
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SUN JIARUNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProject Lecturer
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Toshinori ShimoiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProject Associate Professor
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Yukari SugitaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssociate Professor
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AMOS NYAMADZAWONational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Motohiro SanoNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Shinobu SaitoNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssociate Professor
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Mariko TobiseNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Toshiko NakayamaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Mamiko UedaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingResearch Associate
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Yoshiko WazumiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Mariko MasujimaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Rie IinoNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingLecturer
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Kunie MaeharaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Junko KusunokiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Makiko TazakiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProject Lecturer
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Tomoko MajimaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Ayumi AmemiyaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingLecturer
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Michika TanoueNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Akiko TomiokaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Chihiro SasakiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Sayuri SuwaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProfessor
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Kumiko KurodaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssociate Professor
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Akiyo YumotoNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssistant Professor
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Ayano InuyamaNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingProject Assistant Professor
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Naho SatoNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssociate professor
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Miyuki IshibashiNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingAssociate professor
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Seiko IwaseNational University Corporation Chiba University Graduate School of NursingLecturer
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Hikari IshidoChiba University Graduate School of Global and Transdisciplinary Studies
Competency/コンピテンシー
Course Objectives
Learn about health issues in your own country and in other countries, and understand the solutions that can be taken to help people live healthy lives and a wide range of health issues.
Learning Outcomes
1) Explain health issues from a global perspective, including Japan and ASEAN countries. 2) Understand the situation of people living with diverse health issues and disasters, and explain solutions to these issues.





