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Case Study #2
The Core Functions of Public Health (Assessment, Policy Development, & Assurance)
You will select a 30-55min video from the list below to watch for completing your final project, looking at how public health has approached the health topic or issue discussed in the video you selected. Additionally, in this "Case Study 2" write-up, you will be discussing how public health has applied the three core functions of public health (assessment, policy development, and assurance) to improve the issue from the video you have chosen. As a result of what we have learned throughout the semester in this course, it turns out there's much more to our health than bad habits, health care, or unlucky genes. The social conditions in which we are born, live, and work profoundly affects our well-being and longevity (Adelman et al., 2008). Now, it is time to pull it all together and discuss it!
Assignment Details:
· Select only ONE video from the list of 6 videos below to watch for completing your Case Study #2
· In this case study, you will be providing summaries of the ONE video you selected by answering each of the questions provided for that core public health function (Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance). (Word Length= min. 500 or more words for length requirement)
· You will ensure that your answers are elaborate and have detailed responses to each question. This case study sums up what you have learned in this course, allowing you to connect these problems and the theories and concepts covered in the class throughout the semester
· Each paragraph should answer each of the questions listed below for each core function (Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance) and the “Concluding Thoughts.”
· Include “in-text citations” (cite the author(s)/organization(s) work) at the end of sentences and include “references” at the end of the assignment).
· Please use information from government agencies, public health organizations, academic journals, and reputable news sources as additional resources to support your discussion, in addition to the video resource you have selected above (please don’t forget to cite it and add it as a reference).
· Use a variety of resources – not just one public health organization, journal, or government/non-governmental agency. You can use your “Introduction to Public Health” textbook as well for a reference (please don’t forget to cite it and add it as a reference).
The core functions of public health (Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance)
Videos: (Please select ONLY ONE VIDEO out of the 6 videos listed):
1). Alzheimer's: Every Minute Counts - Alexander Street, a ProQuest CompanyLinks to an external site.
2). Poisoned Water - Alexander Street, a ProQuest Company (unt.edu)Links to an external site.
3). Watch 'Unnatural Causes: Place Matters' | Microsoft StreamLinks to an external site.
https://web.microsoftstream.com/video/1f2e6e7a-93c0-4161-9fe9-967b3ed70240Links to an external site.
6). HIV - Alexander Street, a ProQuest Company (unt.edu)Links to an external site.
Define and Assess the problem (Assessment): (One Paragraph)
1. What is the biomedical description of the public health issue? If the issue is not biomedical, describe how the issue is related to public health.
2. How does this issue impact an individual’s quality of life? How does it impact communities? If the issue is not biomedical, how does it impact the health of a community or population?
3. How many people are diagnosed with this health issue every year? If not biomedical, how many people are impacted by the issue every year?
4. Estimated costs for this public health issue including the cost of medical care, lost productivity, etc.?
5. How is the identified health issue monitored to identify and solve community health problems?
Policy Development (One Paragraph)
1. How does public health educate the population at risk about a health issue or a public health threat?
2. What do the public and/or private sectors do to engage the population at risk to minimize and eliminate the health issue or threat to public health?
3. What policies in the public and/or private sector promote the education of and/or protection from this health issue or public health threat?
Assurance (One Paragraph)
1. Are the policies and regulations that are in place to inform and protect the population at risk from this health issue or public health threat, competent, fair, and effective? Are they enforced fairly and effectively? Why or why not?
2. Are people in the population at risk of receiving the health services they need? If not, what barriers make it hard for people to access health services?
3. Are the people in the health care system well prepared to meet the community's needs for public and personal health services? Do the personnel have adequate training, licensure, and continuing education structures in place?
4. Are the needs of the population at risk for this health problem or public health threat being met? Explain.
Concluding Thoughts: (One Paragraph)
Summarize how you could contribute to continuing to improve the health of populations in society in response to your selected video, regarding this public health issue or public health threat within your respected future careers. What is the ultimate challenge to Public Health in this 21st Century?
How to access the videos:
Method 1(Recommended)
Click on the link under “Assignment Details,” click “Play,” and review the video (This method works best only if you are already signed into the UNT student account).
Guide: Take notes while watching the video to support your case study write-up.
METHOD 2
Have trouble with the first method?
Step 1: Google UNT Media Library or click on this link https://library.unt.edu/media/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Step 2: Search for the title, (e.g., "Place Matters")
Step 3: Click on the video title
Step 4: Click on "Find it, connect to online video"
Step 5: You will be prompted to sign in, do so
Step 6: Watch the video
Guide: Take notes while watching the video to support your case study write-up.
INSTRUCTIONS:
· Turnitin software will be used to check for plagiarism and the originality of your work (The “Turnitin” Report Must be at or Less than 20% overall).
· Proofread and ensure there are no grammatical errors. Points will be deducted if found.
· Answer each question as best as possible.
· The only acceptable file attachment is Word Document or you may “Copy/Paste” your text from your Word document in the “text box”.
· Due Date= Sunday 04/23/23 @ 11:59 pm.
Writing Guidelines:
· Use APA formatting and style (Recommended), including citations and references
· Papers must be double-spaced ( 500 or more words for length requirement).
· Use a professional 12-point font for your work (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial, etc.). Make sure the font settings are consistent throughout the paper.
· All references used for your case study should be compiled into an alphabetical list (in APA style, optional), at the end of the paper.
Resources:
· Go to this UNT APA Guideline handoutLinks to an external site. to learn more about writing in the APA style.
· Go to UNT Citation BasicsLinks to an external site. and UNT Citation and Research ToolsLinks to an external site. for citation guides. RefWorks is one suggestion.
· The UNT Writing Lab is a great resource for consultation.
Other Resources:
· UNT Undergraduate Writing CenterLinks to an external site. and UNT Writing Center OnlineLinks to an external site.
· Sample student Paper- discussion-post-student-paper.docx (live.com)Links to an external site.
Academic Integrity Policy:
Academic Integrity Standards and Consequences. According to UNT Policy 06.003, Student Academic Integrity, academic dishonesty occurs when students engage in behaviors including, but not limited to cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, forgery, plagiarism, and sabotage. A finding of academic dishonesty will result in a range of academic penalties or sanctions ranging from admonition to expulsion from the University.
Avoiding Plagiarism Guide, APA Style 7th EditionLinks to an external site.
**Please reach out to me via email or after class if you have any additional questions about Case Study #2.
All the best,
Mr. C
Rubric
Case Study 2
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Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent A Public Health issue video was selected and discussed with evidence from resources that supports the topic. |
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75 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Organization An introduction of the public health issue selected, body paragraphs that discuss the Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance of the public health issue, with a Concluding Thoughts paragraph. While providing smooth transitions between each of the paragraphs. |
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45 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle Ability to discuss in writing in a voice appropriate to the undergraduate writing style. |
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30 pts |
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Total Points: 150 |