Discuss how this NSF aims to contribute to the health of the general population.

From the following list of factors that may have had an impact on public health pick one that is of interest to you.

Briefly describe it and explain the key factors that may contribute to health improvement.

Your analysis should consider how this is influenced by social determinants of health.

Select any one from the following:

Food labelling
Smoking cessation
Immunisation
Fluoridated water
Sure start
Breastfeeding
Air pollution
Speed limits in residential areas
Food waste
Recycling
Open air gyms
WOW Walk to School Challenge

Task 2 Essay 1500 LO2, LO3

Choose from one of the National Service Framework documents on Moodle (Older people, No health without mental health, Coronary heart disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Long term conditions and children, Young people and maternity services).

Firstly write a summary of the document, in which you describe how it came about including its broad aims. Then answer the following questions based on your readings and other relevant materials from the module:

Discuss how this NSF aims to contribute to the health of the general population.

With reference to evidence-based researches discuss the NSF’s ability to take account of individual’s experiences and expectations of the provision?

You should consider how some social determinants might contribute to this.

In what ways is this policy able to have an influence on people’s behaviour? And why is this important?

Assessed Learning outcomes:
The assessed learning outcomes for this assignment are as follows:

Task 1

LO1 Explain key factors contributing to health improvement.

Task 2

LO2 Describe how theoretical positions can enhance the exploration of a topic or problem in public health.

LO3 Evaluate core aspects of the sociology of health and illness relevant to public health.

Assessment Criteria:
The assessment criteria for this assessment are as follows:
• Enquiry and use of sources
• Knowledge and understanding of subject matter
• Critical judgement and analytical ability
• Written communication
• Technical skills
• Professionalism

 

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