Assessment Task: Choose a public health issue that is of interest to you and: Briefly describe what is currently known about this issue and the population group(s) most likely affected. Compare and contrast at least three interventions that have been implemented to produce change for your chosen issue and critically evaluate them in terms of effectiveness and ethical practice. Conclude which intervention was most effective and why. (for HAS 911 students ONLY) Summarise your findings in an information leaflet/brochure/infographic that could be understood by a lay person affected by the issue and include it in your Appendix NB: Keep in mind the subject description: 'This subject examines contemporary issues in Public Health, particularly the challenges to health presented by globalisation, climate change, social inequality and other aspects of contemporary society. Key concepts in public health such as the measurement of health, the burden of disease, current approaches to public health practice and core principles of equity, sustainability and social justice within public health practice, will be examined and evaluated within the context of the challenges of enhancing the health of populations in contemporary society.'Use a report format including an executive summary (maximum 200 words on a separate page); a 12-point font, and double line spacing, and show your actual word count on the assignment cover sheet. You are expected to read widely in the scholarly literature (i.e. peer reviewed journals) for this assignment. Fifteen to 20 references would be considered adequate for this topic. Word Length: 2000 words (excluding Executive Summary, references and appendices) Weighting: 40%
Already registered? Login
Not Account? Sign up
Enter your email address to reset your password
Back to Login? Click here