Analyze global health disparities through different perspectives.
This assignment supports the following unit learning outcomes:
Analyze global health disparities through different perspectives.
Determine how socioeconomic status impacts health outcomes.
Identify different cooperative actions aimed at global health issues.
For this assignment, you will create a patient education pamphlet that could be used in a community health setting to educate individuals on prevention and management of a noncommunicable disease. This should be easy to read yet engaging and informative. You can focus on any of the NCDs (Non-Communicable Diseases) that interest you. Some ideas to consider include:
Cardiovascular and heart disease
Obesity
Diabetes
Cancer – would probably focus on a specific type
Mental disorders
Substance abuse, including tobacco use, alcohol, and illicit drugs
At a minimum, you should include the following:
Define the NCD and provide some basic information/key facts.
Provide statistics on the prevalence, mortality, morbidity, or other numbers specific to the NCD.
Discuss the process for diagnosing the NCD, including any signs or symptoms.
Outline the treatment, management, and overall prognosis for the NCD.
Suggest some resources that may be accessible for patients who have this NCD
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