PH-03

Term Paper Questions

1. There is no consensus on what "global health" means. Discuss at least three different definitions of global health offered in the literature. Explain the challenges associated with doing global health work without an agreed upon definition. What are your recommendations moving forward?

2. Identify one health issue (e.g. child malnutrition, maternal health, diabetes, cancer, HIV/AIDS, mental health, obesity) and discuss from a global health perspective its causes, trends, burden of disease and potential solutions.

3. Health disparities are one of the greatest challenges facing global health initiatives/efforts. Discuss, with case examples, the significance of social determinants of health and the implications of globalization for global health equity.

4. Donor-driven funding for global health (the world's health) is criticized for not fully responding to country-specific needs. Using examples from the international development field, discuss this argument focusing on funding trends, successful and failed program/projects, and opportunities.

You have four questions but you are only required to answer TWO questions. Submitting a fourth question will not benefit you as I will not grade it. Answers to each question must be submitted on or before the due date - pick wisely. For each of the questions I expect you to apply concepts covered in course material and from your own review of the literature. A sample paper is provided in Bb for your use as a guide of what I am expecting. Each paper must be 5 pages long excluding cover page and references. See syllabus for detailed comments on paper format etc.