Assignment

Examine and research 1 chronic disease (e.g., heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, obesity) and write a paper that discusses the following:

A comparison of 2 health care policies that are in place (either at the state or federal level) that address the disease

The impact the disease has had on the U.S. population and health care system as a whole

Strategies that are in place to educate and promote prevention of the disease through public health at the federal and state levels

Any challenges and progress to date that has been made in preventing and reducing health risks associated with the disease

2-3 strategies that may increase awareness, education, and prevention of that disease

Note: Use APA style and at least 4 scholarly references.