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Healthy People 2020 is a framework to assist communities in preventing disease and promoting health. Search the scientific literature and find a research study related to one of the focus areas identified by Healthy People 2020.

In a 750-1000-word essay, critically appraise the study by answering each of the following questions:

1 What is the study question and is it relevant?

2 Does the study add anything new?

3 What type of research question is being asked?

4 Was the study design appropriate for the research question?

5 Did the study methods address the most important potential sources of bias?

6 Was the study performed according to the original protocol?

7 Does the study test a stated hypothesis? If so, what is it?

8 Does the data justify the conclusions?

9 Are there any conflicts of interest?

10 There are methodological points to consider in appraising literature that are specific to cross-sectional, cohort, case-control, clinical trials, and case studies. Based on the design of this study, what are the key methodical points to consider?

You are required to use a minimum of three scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.