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Overtraining Syndrome
1. Define Over-training Syndrome and discuss some of the signs and symptoms
2. Share with your fellow learners the dangers associated with over-training
3. Share any personal experiences you may have with others regarding over-training
Initial responses should be a minimum a total of 250 words, APA format, and Peer reviewed journal articles only.
Diminishing Marginal Productivity and the Supply Curve
In your own words, explain the law of diminishing marginal productivity. Be sure to mention why the law tends to hold in the short run.
Based on your readings this week, in your opinion which factors impact the supply curve for physicians the most? In your own words, explain how each factor impacts the supply curve.
Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including your reference(s) and supported by at least two references (aside from the textbook).
Case Study - Influenza
During week 5, we will assess the influenza pandemic of 1918 and the H5N1 avian influenza. Analyze the information; focus on the control measures used in the past and modern times, and assess what we can do today to prevent an influenza epidemic from spreading in the US. You are required to address both parts of this case study on influenza.
Part 1: Assess the control measures used during the influenza pandemic of 1918-1919. Your response must include the following:
1. Why was it considered a disaster?
2. What made this flu case different than most flu cases?
3. What actions did public health departments take to make things better?
4. What control measures were used during the influenza pandemic of 1918?
Part 2: Assess the potential of H5N1 avian influenza to become a pandemic strain in humans. Your response must include the following:
1. where did the disease come from?
2. What causes avian influenza?
3. Can the virus infect humans?
4. What can public health officials do to minimize exposure?
Initial responses should be a minimum a total of 250 words, APA format, and Peer reviewed journal articles only.
Community Health Evaluation
Provide an example of a recent epidemic (within the past five years) and how epidemiologists have been able to identify the outbreak
Explain (in your own words) the importance of health promotional programs in promoting individual and community health
Initial responses should be a minimum a total of 250 words, APA format, and Peer reviewed journal articles only.
The Marketing Concept
Discuss the basic elements of the marketing concept and identify a business that you are familiar with that demonstrates this philosophy
Initial responses should be a minimum a total of 250 words, APA format, and Peer reviewed journal articles only.