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    GOAL: To describe one of Australia’s National Health Priorities and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant social determinant influences within the Australian healthcare context.



    CHOOSE ONE: (1) Respiratory, (2) Neurological, (3) Musculoskeletal (4) Infant/ Congenital


    Select one condition (e.g.: COPD, back pain, dementia, preterm birth & low birth weight complications) from one of the four (4) Health Priorities above. See the following link. ‘Leading causes of the total burden’ in Australia’s Health 2018 report (Figure 3.1.1 or 3.1.2) athttps://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-health/australias-health-2018/contents/table-of-contents



    Please ensure that you include an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health perspective in your essay - that relates to your chosen topic (100 words)



    PRODUCT: This is a 750-word essay.



    FORMAT: This 750-word essay is the end-product of your investigation of a contemporary health priority in Australia. The discussion will explore the relevant historical, social, political and/or cultural influences (all linked with social determinants of health) impacting the health issue. This essay must be written in academic style. In-text references are required and are included in the word count. The references must be listed alphabetically on a separate page in APA7 style.



    CRITERIA: Description of a health priority Synthesis and discussion of the relevant social determinants of health Style and logic of academic writing Use of APA7 style referencing in text and listed



    Details of Task:



    • Select one of the four (4) Health Priorities above. See the following link. ‘Leading causes of the total burden’ in Australia’s Health 2018 report (Figure 3.1.1 or 3.1.2) athttps://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-health/australias-health-2018/contents/table-of-contents.

    • Discuss how the issue is experienced in Australian society.

    • Describetwo (2) social determinants of healthrelevant to the health issue

    • Write a logical essay in an academic writing style

    • Cite at least 5 references usingAPA7 style. The references must be appropriate sources and include a textbook, a website and journal articles.

    • A criterion-referenced marking rubric is provided on the course blackboard showing mark allocations. Please refer to the policy for more information on assessment marking and moderation.https://www.usc.edu.au/explore/policies-and-procedures/assessment-courses-and-coursework-programs-procedures

    • Font size: 12, Font: Calibri, Arial, Times New Roman accepted., Spacing:1.5

    • Please do not forget to explore the Library Guide (link provided below) & Academic Skills support resources for Task 1 for further explanation of the Task.



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Azra S answered on Mar 25 2021
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Dementia- Social Determinants and Care
Introduction
A number of diseases cause disability and morbidity in older adults. In Australia, the leading cause of disability and morbidity is Dementia. Dementia is found to be more prevalent in the older female population than the male population. It has also been found to increase with age. The rate of mortality due to Dementia has been on the rise in the recent years.
Dementia can be described as a condition that interferes with a person’s mental abilities like remembering, learning and thinking. Eventually it can also interfere with various activities in the life of a person, even basic ones. Even though dementia is known to increase with age, it is in way a natural part of ageing. Studies show that a range of conditions can result in dementia including Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia which are the two major cause of dementia. Studies show that Australia currently has as estimate of 245,400 people suffering from dementia. Dementia leads to very serious symptoms like lack of ability to perform even simple tasks like eating and bathing. Even though dementia is a condition that cant be cured, it can be managed with medication and care. Dementia constitutes a great burden on Australian economy as a health condition. Studies show that in 2018 alone, dementia cost Australia more than $15 billion. Around 52% of patients in residential aged care facilities suffer from dementia. In addition to this the government spends a lot of money on research and support for individuals with dementia (Brown, Hansnata, & La, 2017). Sicne it constitutes such a huge burden on the economy, it is important that necessary steps are taken to prevent as well as control dementia in Australia.
Gender as a social determinant of Dementia
Studies show that females suffer more from dementia compared to males. Nearly two-thirds of people suffering from dementia have been found...
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