You will notice that there is not a chapter in the book titled “Public Health.” As you conduct your own research
on the topic of Public Health in the US, you will find that the topics that we have covered are intertwined with
public health issues and initiatives (I am looking for you to identify those connections).
Please provide a brief history of Public Health over time.
Provide insight to how Health Care Systems interact with Public Health initiatives and public policy.
Identify current events in the areas of Public Health, and how current events (such as: recent elections,
legislation, public policy, or the economy) may impact Public Health initiatives.
Review the concept of evidence-based public health strategies (and provide examples).
Identify cultural and religious impacts on public health initiatives.
Please be sure to investigate various segments of public health such as:
• Community wellness initiatives.
• Environmental risks.
• Public health education.
• The economics of public health initiatives.
• Governmental agencies such as the FDA, and their impact on public health, healthy food, and
pharmaceutical approval.
• Demonstrate your understanding of the regulation and enforcement of healthcare law & policy through
local, state and federal agencies, there responsibilities; and how that affects the application of policies
and standards-of-care at the provider level.
Your paper should have an introduction, and a summary-conclusion.
Demonstrate your knowledge of course content, public health, and make recommendations for improvement for
the US health care system.
