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Assignment: An important component of this course is the research paper. Write an 8-12 page paper that will include at least 4-6 evidence/research-based references (no Wikipedia!), an abstract, a graph or chart (data) if applicable to your topic (should not take up more than ¼ of a page).
Your research paper may include (if applicable to your topic) the following information:
1. Historical Perspective/Background information on your topic
2. Population affected
3. Environmental issues
4. Epidemiological Research
• Data Use
• Morbidity & Mortality Patterns
5. Public Health issues & interventions
6. Medical Response
• Prehospital (if applicable)
• Hospital
• Other
7. Government response
• Local vs. State vs. Federal
8. Economic Factors/Issues
9. Media Coverage/Communication Issues
10. Logistical Issues
• What worked - what didn't - why
11. Aftermath
12. Lessons Learned
The research paper should include an introduction of the topic, a body in which the topic is developed and references cited, and a well-defined conclusion.