11 Oct Diseases, Risk Factors & Health
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Instructions
Written Assignment 2 (Presentation): Diseases, Risk Factors & Health
Part I — Disease Introduction (Week 4)
Choose a disease, research credible sources, and explain risk factors and symptoms. Suggested topics include: heart disease, stroke, diabetes (type 1 or 2), cancers (lung, stomach, colon, breast, brain, skin), multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, infectious diseases, etc.
Answer all questions (500–750 words total)
Nature of the disease: What causes it? Is there a known origin? Are there multiple stages?
Signs & symptoms: What does a patient experience? What physiological changes occur?
Risk factors: Which are modifiable (e.g., smoking, diet) and which are non‑modifiable (e.g., age, sex, genetics)?
Risk & progression: How do these risk factors change the course of the disease?
Frequency: How common is this disease in the U.S. population?
Sources
Use at least three credible sources (journal articles, reputable websites, or book chapters).
UMGC guide: Is My Source Credible?
APA examples: UMGC APA Examples
APA in‑text citations + reference list.
Write in your own words; < 20% direct quotes.
Part II — Presentation (Week 7) & Week 8 Discussion
Create a presentation that teaches your classmates about your chosen disease. Then post the video in the Week 8 discussion and comment on two peers' videos.
Suggested Presentation Outline
Title & your name
Brief overview of the disease (cause/origin, stages)
Key signs & symptoms (link to underlying physiology where possible)
Major risk factors (clearly label modifiable vs. non‑modifiable)
How risk factors influence progression
U.S. frequency/prevalence (cite source)
Prevention and/or management highlights (if applicable)
References (APA) and image attributions
Privacy option: You do not need to share personal or family health details. Speak in general terms if you prefer.
Submission Checklists
Part I — Disease Introduction (Week 4)
500–750 words (target ~600), <20% quotes.
Addressed all five question areas.
At least 3 credible sources; APA in‑text + references.
Clear headings; plain language.
Uploaded to the Week 4 assignment folder.
Part II — Presentation (Week 7) & Week 8 Discussion
Submitted presentation in Week 7 assignment folder.
Posted video in Week 8 discussion with brief summary/caption.
Commented constructively on two classmates' videos.
References and attributions included.
Academic Integrity & APA
Paraphrase in your own words; quote sparingly.
Use APA style for citations and references (see UMGC APA Examples).
Evaluate sources for credibility (see Is My Source Credible?).
Pro tip: Write your Part I with headers that become your Part II slide titles—future‑you will thank you.
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