this is a two part discussion
PART 1
HOMETOWN IMR RATES – THEN AND NOW
For this Discussion forum, you will take on one aspect of the role of an Epidemiologist. You will need to search out some data in the form of the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) for the year that you were born, in the location of your birth (hometown), and the most current IMR for that location.
Post this on the discussion board and write 1-2 paragraphs (250 – 300 words) about your findings – include the years, whether or not there have been changes, and what factors you think account for the rates (e.g., if it was high/low at the time of your birth, what factors might account for this; what factors might account for changes over the years since your birth?).
To find the data, first review the sources you have already added to your Professional Resources Journal; then, you may want to do a Google search for, as an example, 1980 Infant Mortality Rate YourHomeTown (i.e., Tallahassee, Florida).
You might have to do some searching – looking for state statistics, health department sites/data, population statistics, census reports, etc.
Do not get discouraged with your search! It often requires extra effort and creative keywords! Use your best investigative skills. Epidemiologists often have to track down information and unearth important facts and pieces to health puzzles.
Include in your post how/where you found your information.
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Remember that quoted material is not allowed in the HSA Program. However, you must cite and reference all paraphrased material.
To avoid point loss, carefully follow all assignment instructions and rubric guidelines
Review this Discussion Sample to get a better sense of what is expected of your discussion content and participation
Complete your original post before 11:59 p.m. Thursday, EST
Complete at least 2 peer replies before 11:59 p.m. Sunday, EST
Note that responses to instructor comments do not count toward the minimum number of peer replies
Provide properly formatted citations/references for all source material (see HSA Style Guide)
Do not use any quoted or copied material.
Important Note: Before posting, review the guidelines for Discussion Forums (opens in new tab) so that you will understand what is expected in discussions throughout the course. Also, review the rubrics for discussion forums (opens in new tab) for an understanding of how discussion forums will be graded in this course. NOTE: you are NOT required to turn the discussion forum rubric in each week
Important Note: Before posting, review the page on Discussion Forums located in this Module so that you will understand what is expected in discussions throughout the course. Also, review the grading rubric (available under the Lessons tab) for discussion forums for an understanding of how discussion forums will be graded in this course. NOTE: you are NOT required to turn the discussion forum rubric in each week
PART 2
RISKS AND LEADING CAUSES OF DEATH IN THE U.S.?
Although the Leading Causes of Death in the U. S. are markedly different now in comparison to 1900 or 1950, the list has changed little over the past 4 or 5 years, other than a slight reordering of causes along the way as national statistics change per year. If you do an Internet search of the 10 Leading Causes of Death in the U.S., you will see these slight changes in comparison to the text (remember that publishing is not instantaneous and data can change rapidly). Still, it is noteworthy that many of causes are strongly influenced by individuals’ behavior and are often referred to as “diseases of lifestyle”.
For this discussion, review the most recent Top 10 Causes of Death (i.e., Internet search) that you can find and choose the one cause that you think you might pose the greatest risk to your own longevity. For your post:
Identify the cause of death
Is it a disease of lifestyle – why/how – that is likely preventable?
What particular risk factors do you think put you at risk for this cause?
What preventive measures might reduce the risks for this cause? (Note: you do NOT have to indicate if you will take them or not, but you may)
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Remember that quoted material is not allowed in the HSA Program. However, you must cite and reference all paraphrased material.
To avoid point loss, carefully follow all assignment instructions and rubric guidelines
Review this Discussion Sample to get a better sense of what is expected of your discussion content and participation
Complete your original post before 11:59 p.m. Thursday, EST
Complete at least 2 peer replies before 11:59 p.m. Sunday, EST
Note that responses to instructor comments do not count toward the minimum number of peer replies
Provide properly formatted citations/references for all source material (see HSA Style Guide)
Do not use any quoted or copied material.
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Important Note: Before posting, review the page on Discussion Forums located in this Module so that you will understand what is expected in discussions throughout the course. Also, review the grading rubric (available under the Lessons tab) for discussion forums for an understanding of how discussion forums will be graded in this course. NOTE: you are NOT required to turn the discussion forum rubric in each wee
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Part 1
Home Town IMR Rates
The Year of Birth is 1994. The infant mortality rate in the US is ranked through the quality of healthcare delivery in certain regions. The measure of infant mortality rates is based on some vital events that happened and risk factors. The research study generates some statistics that offer opportunities for improvement across different regions in the United States.
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