Unit 1: Introduction to Health Policy in the United States

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Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Complete the following for this assignment:

• Select 1 health issue—such as diabetes, cancer, aging, chronic diseases, or obesity—and describe how current health policy (federal or state) addresses this health issue.
• List the steps required to develop health policy that impacts the targeted population.
• Evaluate whether or not the health policy related to the issue selected has the potential to transform healthcare delivery in the United States.
• If you believe that the current policy is not effective, make recommendations to improve the health policy, and support your work using credible, cited sources.