Assignment 5: Politics and medical science
When politics and medical science intersect, there can be much
debate. Sometimes anecdotes or hearsay are misused as
evidence to support a particular point. Despite these and other
challenges, however, evidence-based approaches are
increasingly used to inform health policy decision-making
regarding causes of disease, intervention strategies, and issues
impacting society. One example is the introduction of childhood
vaccinations and the use of evidence-based arguments
surrounding their safety.
In this Discussion, you will identify a recently proposed health
policy and share your analysis of the evidence in support of this
policy.
To Prepare:
Review the Congress website provided in the Resources and
identify one recent (within the past 5 years) proposed health
policy.
Review the health policy you identified and reflect on the
background and development of this health policy.
By Day 3 of Week 7
Post a description of the health policy you selected and a brief
background for the problem or issue being addressed. Explain
whether you believe there is an evidence base to support the
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