Risk of childhood obesity

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Growing up, my mom usually packed my lunch for school. I was totally happy eating the same thing day after day- typically a sandwich of some kind on whole wheat bread. Most kids in my grade school packed their lunches, but in high school things changed a little. I would pack my lunch, but then I’d also see what was being served in the lunch line. I’d usually buy some french fries and/or a soda (which I still love but now it is diet soda), to “round out” my healthy meal. There were lots of high calorie, high fat foods to choose from.

I had friends (in grade school and high school) who bought their lunches daily. Sometimes there would be salad on their plates, but more often it was things like pizza and tator tots. That’s why I wasn’t surprised to read about a new study which found that kids who regularly purchased school lunches were more likely to be obese than those who brought their lunches.

In this study of sixth graders, published in the American Heart Journal, it found that students were 29% more likely to be obese if they ate school lunches. “Of the 142 obese children in the study for whom dietary information was known, almost half were school-lunch regulars, compared with only one-third of the 787 who were not obese.” More than two hours per day in front of the T.V. also increases the risk of childhood obesity but surprisingly, not by as much- only 19%.

Although many schools have relied on high energy food with little nutritional value in the past because it’s cheaper, that could soon be changing. “Under a federal law passed last December, Department of Agriculture guidelines will limit the number of calories served at every school meal and require programs to offer a variety of fruits and vegetables.”

Are you surprised by these findings? What kind of experience have you had with school lunches? When you reply to others make sure to compare your experiences to their own and extend the discussion by explaining what impact these changes might bring.

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Teach Every Child About Food (Links to an external site.)

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Read Chapters 6 and 7.

Required TextbookGoulding, M. & Zinczenko, D. (2010). Eat This Not That! For Kids!: Be the Leanest, Fittest Family on the Block!. NewYork, NY: Rodale.

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Besides, there will be negative impacts in the future if children continue to consume school lunches, such as pizza.  When children become obese while young, they are vulnerable to more futures risks such as asthma, type 2 diabetes, early puberty, and heart diseases.  Also, obesity in children will eventually lead to obese adults who will be at the risk of cancer and stroke (CDC, 2018). Since no one would like to complicate his/her life, childhood obesity is preventable. Children should eat fresh food and not fast food like pizza. Parents should also teach their children how to prepare healthy foods from home instead of relying on ready-made foods in the market (Oliver, 2010).

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Risk of childhood obesity

Nutritional food

The Country to use for this question is INDIA

As Hite and Seitz (2016) show in Chapter 3, “Food,” there is enough food produced and available to feed the entire world every day. However, for various reasons, millions still go hungry, making food security—having consistent access to adequate nutritional food—a persistent global social problem in both developing and developed countries.

 

 

 

1) Where do most of the world’s hungry live?

2) What are the major causes of hunger?

3)What are some potential consequences and benefits to using biotechnologies in developing countries?

4) From one of your previously selected developing country: What factors contribute to food insecurity in your selected country? Discuss at least two ways in which government or other forms of leadership are addressing food insecurity issues for that nation.

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The leading cause of hunger in the world and India in specific is Poverty. India has a considerable population, and most of these individuals live below the recommended poverty line or below a dollar a day. Statistics estimate that nearly 23.6 percent of the country’s population live below a dollar a day (Yadav, 2020). The country’s unemployment rate is relatively high; therefore, many citizens are unable to afford basic needs such as adequate food. A majority of the employed population also earn too little to guarantee them and their families food security. This makes Poverty the leading cause of hunger in the country (Saxena, 2018).

The other cause of hunger in the country is ineffective government policies to address the issue. Hunger has been a menace worldwide, and most governments are taking remedial actions to address the issue. In developed countries, the administrations have come up with strategies that have significantly minimized the rate of hunger amongst their population. However, in India, the government has been unable to formulate effective strategies that enhance adequate food production in the country, leading to a high rate of hunger (Yadav, 2020).

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Nutrition

Healthcare professionals would be thrilled if individuals made decisions about what to eat based on a solid knowledge of what constitutes a “healthy diet.” Unfortunately, that is not typically the case. Many people do not know what constitutes a healthy diet. There are also those who do know but make less healthy choices for several reasons.

The food choices that people make are influenced by a variety of factors. Factor-categories include, but are not limited to, environmental cues, socioeconomic realities, cultural/religious beliefs, and the availability of foods in the community.

In a 3-page paper, written in APA format using proper spelling/grammar, address the following:

  1. Explain what nutrition is and why it is important.
  2. Describe the characteristics of a healthy diet and provide supporting examples.
  3. Identify at least two (2) factors (other than culture) that can impact a person’s food choices and provide a specific example for each.
  4. Research a culture (e.g., ethnic, religious, dietary) where specific food restrictions are dictated and address the following:
    1. Describe the restrictions.
    2. Explain how the restrictions could make it difficult for an individual to achieve a healthy diet.
    3. What dietary alternatives could be incorporated to overcome the dietary restrictions?
  5. Cite at least 3 credible references and present the resources in APA format on the References page.

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Biological factors that affect food choice among people are hunger, taste, and appetite. These are the most fundamental determinants of food choices because the human body needs nutrients and energy to survive and respond to hunger or satiety. In the human body, the balance between hunger, food intake, and appetite stimulations are controlled by the central nervous system. Macronutrients generate varying satiety signals, with proteins being the most satiating and fats being the least satiating. Palatability is another crucial determinant of peoples’ food choices. Palatability refers to the proportionate pressure one feels when consuming a particular

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Nutrition

Mental Healthcare for Adolescence and children

Mental Healthcare for Adolescence and children

Scenario

Ryan is a 12 year old diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). As a small child, Ryan was first diagnosed with Attention Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder. He had just started preschool and was unable to remain in one place for more than a minute or two. His parents had already had a very difficult time in disciplining him, because he would become very upset and throw temper tantrums when he could not do as he wished. He just seemed to be an unhappy, irritable child. This behavior continued in school. As time progressed, Ryan was diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder, because he continued to refuse to listen to adults and comply with the rules.

By the age of 12, he has begun to bully and annoy others. His parents have decided that the approaches they have used in the past are not working, and they are more afraid his behavior will only get worse.

Initial Post

Provide explanations for these questions and statements:

  • Describe the behaviors apparent for each disorder in this scenario (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder).
  • If this behavior becomes worse and Ryan starts to violate the rights of others, what medical diagnosis will be given and why?
  • Discuss at least two types of medication appropriate to treat Ryan and support your choices with rationale and credible resources
  • Describe why therapy for the parent is important in this scenario including at least two supporting rationales.

 

 

 

 

Assignment 02

Endocrine Disorder Guides

Competency

Evaluate responses to nursing interventions for clients with endocrine disorders.

Scenario

You are working as a nurse supervisor. You are finding a lot of new nurses are unfamiliar with certain endocrine disorders. You have decided to put together a guide for these nurses to educate them on different endocrine diseases and provide them with ways to provide quality multidimensional care.

Instructions

Compare and contrast two endocrine disorders within the guide. Include the following information:

  • Identify and compare the causes and diagnostic tests.
  • Identify and compare the signs and symptoms of the disorder.
  • Describe the nurses’ role in caring for a patient that suffers from this disorder to include the multidimensional aspects of nursing care.
  • Identify how you will evaluate responses to the interventions taken for each disorder.

Resources

Submit your completed assignment by following the directions linked below. Please check the Course Calendar for specific due dates.

My questions is for Mental Health and Multidimensional care.

My questions are explained in the folder below. One is discussion and the other essay.

Requirements: Essay | 1 pages, Single spaced

Assignment 01 is a discussion post that is due this Tuesday. Can you please get it done by that day? Below is the rubric for assignment 02.

Emerging Competence Proficiency Mastery
Causes and Diagnostic Tests (5 Pts) Vaguely identified and compared the causes of the disorders and the diagnostic tests used to identify them. Identified and compared some of the causes of the chosen disorders and the diagnostic tests used to identify them. Concisely and accurately identified and compared the causes of the disorder and the diagnostic tests used to identify them. Skillfully identified and compared the causes of disorders and the diagnostic test used to identify them.
Signs and Symptoms (5 Pts) Vaguely identified signs and symptoms of the disorders. Reasonably identified the signs and symptoms of the disorders. Accurately identified the signs and symptoms of the disorders. Provided a comprehensive list of signs and symptoms of each disorder to include assessment findings.
Nurse’s Role in Providing Multidimensional Care (15 Pts) Attempted to describe the nurse’s role in providing multidimensional care for the chosen disorders. Occasionally identified the nurse’s role in providing multidimensional care for the chosen disorders. Concisely identified the nurse’s role in providing multidimensional care for the chosen disorders. Completely identified the nurse’s role in providing multidimensional care for the chosen disorders and provided appropriate interventions.
Response to the Interventions (10 Pts) Attempted to evaluate the responses to interventions for the chosen disorders. Created a moderate list of responses to interventions for the chosen disorders. Created a satisfactory list of responses to interventions for the chosen disorders. Created a detailed list of responses to interventions for the chosen disorders and included an evaluation of the interventions for the disorders.
Spelling and Grammar (5 Pts) Numerous spelling and grammar errors that detract from the audience’s ability to comprehend material. Some spelling and grammar errors that detract from the audience’s ability to comprehend material. Few spelling and grammar errors that do not detract from the audience’s ability

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Endocrine disorders involve all the diseases that affect the endocrine glands in the human body. These glands produce hormones that control all body functions. Some nurses are not familiar with certain endocrine disorders. This guide will help them discern different endocrine disorders and how to manage them. Type 2 diabetes and obesity are common endocrine disorders. These two disorders are a result of different factors. Type 2 diabetes is caused by the inability of body cells to interact with insulin. Another cause is when the pancreas does not produce recommended level of insulin (Aljuaid, Almutairi, Assiri, Almalki, & Alswat, 2018). Contrary, the cause of obesity is when the calorie intake is higher than what the body uses. Diagnostic tests for type 2 diabetes include glycated hemoglobin test, which measures sugar level in the blood. On the other hand, obesity tests include body mass index calculation, where a BMI of 30 and above shows that someone is at risk of obesity. Also, obesity diagnosis is done by studying patient family history to see whether there have been cases of obesity. Type 2 diabetes and obesity have different symptoms. People with type 2 diabetes experience increased thirst and hunger. They may also have blurred vision or fatigue. People with obesity have extremely high body mass index. They also have wide waist circumference.

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Mental Healthcare for Adolescence and children

Nursing intervention

Write a 500 word essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least two (2) sources in your essay. Make sure to cite using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

A 68-year-old client lives alone and is independent with all ADLs, has no restrictions for mobility, and is competent, and oriented x4. The client is on a fixed income, but has enough to manage a modest lifestyle. The client has family and social supports but is very independent and is proud of her self-reliance. The client’s height is 5’ 6”, weight is 210 lb. / 95.25 kg.

Please answer the following:

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Because the client lives alone and is independent with no restriction, there is a possibility that she survives on fast foods. Besides, the client is self-reliant, and she has numerous daily living activities, meaning she is almost undoubtedly busy most days of the week. The two scenarios place the client in a very risky health position. This is because fast foods contain tremendous amounts of unwanted nutrients like fat and salt and numerous additives that mostly constitute artificial chemicals (Min et al., 2017). Besides, body inactivity leads to the accumulation of excess body calories and obesity (Petridou, Siopi, & Mougios, 2019).

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America‘s food industry

Prompt: explain how and why humans make response choices when confronted with America‘s food industry and The effects or outcomes of those response choices.

Required: minimum 8 sources, MLA format, works cited page
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Still, the idealized origin, preparation process based on hygiene factors, and nature of foods may make an individual reject or accept certain foods in the industry. As Contento (32) emphasizes, an individual’s thoughts and feelings based on how they interact with their environment determine their actions when making food-related decisions. In this regard, the emotional and cognitive stimuli are personal reactions to how an individual perceives the benefits or consequences of food decisions. Although the cultural dispositions are relevant, a counterargument regarding this aspect is the importance of acknowledging that culture plays a significant role in molding personal ideals. According to Savage (8-11), cultural contexts are strategic in molding individuals from childhood to adulthood on their eating habits. However, just like personality development, acknowledging the importance of individual perceptions and values motivates them to identify food habits to adopt.

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America‘s food industry

Cooking methods

Assignment #5 Cooking Methods This assignment is to have students research current industry trends related to cooking methods. Instructions: You are to identify an industry article that focuses on cooking. Read the article and offer a review on the cooking principles. (discussed in the textbook, On Cooking) shared that make the recipe great. You will be graded based on your ability to 1. Write a 150 to 200-word summary analyzing the cooking method discussed in the article. Share your understanding of key terms, techniques, methods, and equipment used. 2. Reference to periodicals/magazines: Cook’s Illustrated, Cooking Light, Food and Wine, and others focused on cooking techniques. 3. Be prepared to present orally in class. 4. Accurate use of citing your resources. Please reference the article, see below of APA style format for citing resources. Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number (issue number), pages. https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy Author, A. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical/Magazine, volume number (issue number)

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. Food that can be prepared using these methods involves, meat, vegetable, and winter squash. The food is first seared, then covered with a braising liquid, and cooked till tender. Reducing involves boiling and cooking a liquid in a source. It consists of burning a liquid until it evaporates to form a thick flavoured soup (Clements, 2021). Skimming involves eliminating the coat of fat from the liquid. Blanching is a technique used to cook vegetables whereby they are immense in boiling water for 1- 5 minutes (Clements, 2021). Emulsion involves mixing two liquids that can’t combine. The combination is enhanced by a bonding agent such as egg yolk. Infusion is a technique of extracting flavor from an aromatic ingredient such as tea and herbs.

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Nutrition, Exercise, Stress Management

Topic 1: Nutrition, Exercise, Stress Management: Clinical Prevention Intervention and Evaluation.

Read the required reading. You have a client from a vulnerable population, such as an economically disadvantaged and older adult, who needs to begin lifestyle changes with nutrition, exercise and stress management modifications. Discuss how you would approach nutrition, exercise and/or stress management counseling. Address food aid programs that would be appropriate for referral. What exercise recommendations would be appropriate for your client/s. Comment on stress management factors that may need addressed with your choice of the vulnerable population.

TEXTBOOK INFORMATION

MediaType: Title: Edition: Author: Publisher: Book ISBN: Ebook ISBN:

MediaType: Title: Edition: Author: Publisher: Book ISBN: Ebook ISBN:

Physical
Clinical Epidemiology: The Essentials 5th (2012)
Fletcher, Robert and Fletcher, Suzanne Lippincott
978-1451144475

Physical
Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span 9th (2017)
Edelman, Kudzma and Mandle
Mosby
978-0-323416733

Unit 7 Reading Assignments

In Health Promotion throughout the Lifespan in Nursing Practice, read:

Chapter 11: “Nutrition Counseling for Health Promotion”

Chapter 12: “Exercise”

Chapter 13: “Stress Management”

Chapter 14: “Complementary and Alternative Strategies”

Ackley-Holbrook, E., Minsoo, K., & Morgan, D. W. (2016). Development and evaluation of the Walk for Health Program: A physical activity intervention for adults with visual impairments. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 110(2), 103-114.

Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020. (2015). Table of contents. Retrieved from https://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelin…

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. (2018). Index. Retrieved from https://health.gov/paguidelines/guidelines/

Riemer, H. C., Mates, J., Ryan, L., & Schleder, B. J. (2015). Decreased stress level in nurses: A benefit of quiet time. American Journal of Critical Care, 24(5), 396-402.

Rosenberg, K. (2017). Complementary medicine relieves some types of chronic pain. American Journal of Nursing, (1), 61.

Web Resources

● Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC]. (2014). Principles of epidemiology in public health practice. An Introduction to applied epidemiology and biostatistics. (3rd ed.).. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/csels/dsepd/ss1978/index.html

● Department of Health and Human Services. (2018). Leading health indicators. Retrieved from http://healthypeople.gov/2020/LHI/default.aspx

● Healthy People 2020. (2018). Topics and objectives. Retrieved from https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/topics-objectiv…

● United States Preventive Services. (2018, March). USPSTF A and B recommendations. Retrieved from https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/Page/Name/uspstf-a-and-b-recommendations/

Requirements: 3 paragraphs

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consumption, and low appetite leading to loss of weight.

A healthy lifestyle, active social life, and relaxation exercises are the main ways to handle stress in old age people. Hence, I would recommend the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs, which provides nutrition programs, meals, and socialization for its participants. I would recommend foods high in omega-3 fatty acids as they are essential for elder people as they help prevent inflammation, which causes heart diseases and cancer. Protein-rich food such as beans and salmons, and also fruits.  Exercise like strength training, aerobics, including balance and flexibility, brings about a surplus of health benefits to elderly people more than it does for the young. Physical fitness makes you stronger on the inside and outside too. Being healthy means your body can overcome viruses and infections more easily and makes bones stronger for a better balance (Edelman, Mandle, & Kudzma, 2017).

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Disparities Between Cook and Will County of Illinois

Disparities Between Cook and Will County of Illinois

Cook County

2015

Will County

2015

Cook County

2020

Will County 2020
Population size Population est. as of 2015 (CB)

5,238, 216

Population est. as of 2015 (CB)

687,263

Population est. as of 2020 (CB)

5,150, 233

Population est. as of 2020 (CB)

690,743

Length of Life
Premature Deaths

Age 75 per 100,000

340.4 per 100,000

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

278.2 per 100,00

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

340 per 100,000

AIAN- 190

Asian- 140

Black- 600

Hispanic- 220

White- 270

290 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 120

Black- 390

Hispanic- 200

White- 300

Infant Mortality 7.6 per 1,000 live births

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

6.8 per 1,000 live births

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

7 per 1,000 live births

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 5 per 1,000

Black- 13 per 1,000

Hispanic- 5 per 1,000

White- 4 per 1,000

5 per 1,000 live births

AIAN- N/A

Asian- N/A

Black- 12 per 1,000

Hispanic- 4 per 1,000

White- 4 per 1,000

Child Mortality under age 18 64.4 per 100,000

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

41.6 per 100,000

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

60 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 40

Black- 110

Hispanic- 40

White- 40

40 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 20

Black- 90

Hispanic- 40

White- 30

Quality of Life Indicators
Poor/Fair health 17% 13% 17% 15%
Poor Mental health days 3.5 per 30 days 3.2 per 30 days 3.7 per 30 days 3.7 per 30 days
Low Birthweight 9.1%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

7.6%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

9%

AIAN- 8%

Asian- 9%

Black- 14%

Hispanic- 7%

White- 7%

8%

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 8%

Black- 13%

Hispanic- 7%

White- 7%

Health Behaviors
Food Environment index Limited access to health foods 2%

Food Insecurity 15%

Limited access to health foods 6%

Food Insecurity10%

Limited access to health foods 2%

Food Insecurity 12%

Limited access to health foods 6%

Food Insecurity 7%

Physical inactivity 21% 23% 21% 23%
Access to exercise opportunities 99% 96% 99% 97%
Adult obesity 25% 29% 28% 32%
Adult smoking 18% 18% 14% 13%
Clinical Care
Primary care physicians 1,088:1 1,967:1 1,070:1 1,830:1
Dentists 1,250:1 1,997:1 1,100:1 1,820:1
Mental health providers 576:1 1,366:1 370:1 880:1
Mammography screening 62.4%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

64.4%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

40%

AIAN- 31%

Asian- 35%

Black- 38%

Hispanic- 37%

White- 42%

42%

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 36%

Black- 44%

Hispanic- 35%

White- 43%

Social and Economic Factors
Suicides N/A N/A 8 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asain-5 per 100,000

Black- 6 per 100,000

Hispanic- 5 per 100,000

White- 11 per 100,000

11 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asian- N/A

Black- 5 per 100,000

Hispanic- 6 per 100,000

White- 13 per 100,000

Children in Poverty 26%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

12%

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

19%

AIAN- 21%

Asian- 12%

Black- 38%

Hispanic- 25%

White- 8%

9%

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 6%

Black- 21%

Hispanic- 18%

White- 5%

Injury death 46 per 100,000

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

39 per 100,000

Race/Ethnicity data was not provided during this time

60 per 100,000

AIAN- 21 per 100,000

Asian- 17 per 100,000

Black- 104 per 100,000

Hispanic- 36 per 100,000

White- 54 per 100,000

40 per 100,000

AIAN- N/A

Asian- 17 per 100,000

Black- 56 per 100,000

Hispanic- 30 per 100,000

White- 56 per 100,000

Physical Environment
Air pollution (particulate matteravg. 2.5 ) 13.1 13.1 15.0 13.3
Severe housing problems 24% 16% 22%

Cost Burden 19%

Overcrowding 4%

Inadequate Facilities 1%

15%

Cost Burden 13%

Overcrowding 2%

Inadequate Facilities 1%

Driving alone to work 63% 82% 61%

AIAN- 58%

Asian- 55%

Black- 59%

Hispanic- 63%

White- 62%

84%

AIAN- N/A

Asian-77%

Black- 81%

Hispanic- 80%

White- 85%

Long commute – driving alone to work 49% 50% 53% 50%

Reference citation(s)

Cook County Public Health (n.d.). Retrieved June 5, 2021

https://cookcountypublichealth.org/communicable-di…

County Health Ranking Roadmaps (n.d.). Retrieved June 5, 2021, from

https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/app/illinois/…

County Health Ranking Roadmaps (n.d.). Retrieved May 24, 2021, from

https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/app/illinois/2015/rankings/will/county/outcomes/overall/snapshot

Quick facts.(n.d.). Retrieved June 6, 2021, from

https://data.census.gov/cedsci/all?q=cook%20county…

Quick facts.(n.d.). Retrieved May 24, 2021, from

https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/willcountyillino… (CB)

Will County Health (n.d.). Retrieved May 24, 2021, from

https://willcountyhealth.org/data/will-county-demo…

Will County Health Annual reports (n.d.). Retrieved May 24, 2021, from

https://willcountyhealth.org/annual-reports-2/

Part 2In one paragraph summarize data and identifytrends from the data in your table (across person, place and time variables). What further information/data would you like to have to analyze these trends?

Part 3After reviewing the data in the table, choose one specific difference in the data (by person, place and/or time). In 1-2 paragraphs, analyze why this difference in the data exists and factors, including social determinants of health, that may contribute to this difference. Refer back to short assignment 1 as needed to support your analysis as well as review related literature.

Requirements: 3 Paragraph

APA. 7 is needed. And please use citations that I provide
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 From the analysis, one identifiable difference in the data is the rate of premature death between Cook and Will counties.   Considering its population, will the county population has a higher rate of premature deaths.  The higher rate of premature in this county is caused by numerous factors, including a higher poverty rate, few numbers of health professionals, lifestyle, and environment (Quick facts.n.d.).   In particular, lifestyle is one of the causes of premature deaths in Will County.  The county records a high rate of inactivity and adult obesity which are major causes of chronic illnesses and sometimes premature deaths. Also, inadequate health providers may another cause of premature death in the county.

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Child nutrition

Health of women and children is influenced by many factors but a primary driver is economic and social equality. In this assignment, we ask you to examine rates of malnutrition, maternal health and the social progress index. Here we are going to look at child nutrition and maternal health as markers of overall public health.

Requirements: All questions should be answered

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Vitamin A (%) 15% of the preschool children have inadequate levels of Vitamin A. The deficiency is hidden in the hunger factor affecting the country. Many children cannot access the right vitamins and minerals because they eat very little food and whatever they find to ingest is lacking in all necessary nutrients. 20% of pregnant women and 10% of preschool children have vitamin A deficiencies. This is attributed to the lack of enough food types needed to reach the recommended threshold.
Iron (%) Pregnant mothers and infants have iron deficiency. Again, the problem is rooted in the little or poor food intake especially eating balanced diets. But, the government has made steps to ensure that pregnant mothers access iron supplements from prenatal care to the 24th month of the infant. 82% of preschool aged children and 55% of pregnant mothers have iron deficiencies. The best recommendation offered for Maldives is to increase supplementation for pregnant mothers and children who are 24 months and below.
Iodine (%) There is a 37% iodine deficiency among pregnant mothers which causes the risk of anemia among them. During birth, anemia threatens e life of both the infant and mother especially in cases where blood transfusion is necessary. It also leads to diminished productivity among the affected. Two-thirds of Maldives households do not consume iodized salts. Most rely on the salt found in processed foods like canned tuna. As such, it is recommended that iodized salt is added during food processing.
Breast Milk (%) 60% of the infant are not exclusively breastfed between zero to six months. In addition, during the transition to solid food between 6-9 months, many infants are not provided with enough food and breast milk. Only 10% of children under six months are exclusively breastfed. And between 6-9 months 15% of children do not receive adequate breast milk and food supply.
Food Insecure Households (%) Over one-third of child deaths are caused by malnutrition. Children are born with low birth and others become sick and gradually lose weight. For adults, the affordability of westernized unhealthy foods have made such households to suffer overweight and obesity health related issues. 26% of children under five are malnourished because of low food intake. In addition, the cost of healthcare because of undernutrition cause about 2-5% of adult wages further intensifying the risk of food insecurity among households.

 

Here please write 100 to 150 words comparing and contrasting the nutritional state for the two countries. Please use a proper thesis statement, provide 2 examples of how the countries compare or contrast, a proper conclusion, and in-text citations and references in APA proper formatting. (5 points)

Each country has its strengths and weaknesses, but Maldives is a few steps ahead of Ecuador in average maternal and child health. According to World Bank (2013), Maldives performs better than many other countries in its region. They have lower levels of vitamin and nutrients deficiency among pregnant women and children below 2 years. However, Ecuador is also doing better than Maldives in some sectors. World Bank (2013) notes that Ecuador has a lower rate of stunting than Maldives. This shows that even though Ecuador citizens have an averagely lower income than Maldives’, they have taken adequate strategies to reduce their health vulnerabilities. Concerning health issues like overweight and obesity among children over 5 years and adults, both countries have high rate of prevalence which necessitates prompt lifestyle changes to reduce the health burden on the individuals and government.

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