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Who are the demanders and suppliers of health policies

Please answer the following questions regarding the context of health policymaking: Question 1: Discuss the federal role in health policy. Question 2: Who are the demanders and suppliers of health policies? What motivates each in the political marketplace? Response for each question should be submitted using the text box and be at least 100 words […]

Prescription Drug Costs in US

Prescription drug costs are skyrocketing in this country. This topic continues to be a hot topic, particularly in the political arena. Please take a position on whether you support or oppose the importation of drugs into the United States, as a possible strategy for addressing the issue with high prescription drug prices. ************************************************************************************************************************************* ALL FORUMS […]

the process of health policymaking

Please answer the following questions regarding the process of health policymaking: Question 1: Discuss the implementation phase of policymaking in general terms. Question 2: Discuss the interconnectivity of health policymaking process. Response for each question should be submitted using the text box and be at least 100 words long and no more than 200 words […]

Differentiate among drug misuse, drug abuse, and drug dependence.

Select ONLY ONE question listed below to write an essay for this week’s discussion forum. 1. Differentiate among drug misuse, drug abuse, and drug dependence. 2. The health consequences of secondhand smoke have been well documented. Do you feel that smoking bans in public places are fair to all citizens? Explain your answer. 3. What […]

What are the effects of these roles on health policy and policymaking?

Please answer the following questions regarding the role of the courts under the U.S. Constitution: Question 1: What are the core roles of the courts within the context of health services organizations (local, state and federal)? Question 2: What are the effects of these roles on health policy and policymaking? Response for each question should […]

Hypertension, Heart Disease, and Diabetes

Select ONLY ONE question listed below to write an essay for this week’s discussion forum. 1. Why is hypertension referred to as the “the silent killer”? Explain your response. 2. In your opinion, are we making headway in reducing the incidence rate of heart disease and cancers? Explain your answer. 3. How are type 1 […]

Discuss the role of immunizations in preventing infectious diseases

Select ONLY ONE question listed below to write an essay for this week’s discussion forum. 1. Explain how HIV infection affects the body and how it is transmitted, diagnosed, and treated. 2. Discuss the role of immunizations in preventing infectious diseases. ************************************************************************************************************************************* ALL FORUMS Initial Response: Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including […]

public health preparedness from the emergency and disaster healthcare perspective

Discuss common themes across the assigned journal articles relative to public health preparedness from the emergency and disaster healthcare perspective. Journal Articles 1. Howard Champion, et al. The State of US Trauma Systems: Public Perceptions Versus Reality?Implications for US Response to Terrorism and Mass Casualty Events.s1072751506013184.pdf 2. The Future of Emergency Care in the United […]

Safety and Air Toxics

Safety and Air Toxics View Full Description Select ONLY ONE question listed below to write an essay for this week’s discussion forum. 1. Identify one of the top three leading causes of unintentional injury deaths. Explain why and how to this is the case. 2. What are “air toxics” and where do you think you […]