Childhood obesity is becoming an epidemic in our society today. What do you feel has contributed to this problem, and list a minimum of three ways to combat this problem you personally think would work.

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Initial Response: Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including your reference(s) and supported by at least two references. APA format.

Select ONLY ONE question listed below to write an essay for this week’s discussion forum.

1. Differentiate among drug misuse, drug abuse, and drug dependence.

2. The health consequences of secondhand smoke have been well documented. Do you feel that smoking bans in public places are fair to all citizens? Explain your answer.

3. What is BAC? Describe the general sequence of physiological events that takes place when a person drinks alcohol at a rate faster than the liver can oxidize it. Why?

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Initial Response: Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including your reference(s) and supported by at least two references. APA fo

Read the information on viatical insurance at http://insurance.freeadvice.com/information/life/a…. Take a position on whether you support or oppose viatical insurance. What is the role of courts in being a referee for activities related to viatical insurance?

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Initial Response: Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including your reference(s) and supported by at least two academic/scholarly peer-reviewed references. Please be aware that just “cutting and pasting” sections of articles (in lieu of writing an original initial post) is not acceptable and will negatively impact your grade. APA Format

Please answer the following questions regarding the role of the courts under the U.S. Constitution:

Question 1: What are the core roles of the courts within the context of health services organizations (local, state and federal)?

Question 2: What are the effects of these roles on health policy and policymaking?

Response for each question should be submitted using the text box and be at least 100 words long and no more than 200 words long.

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Make sure you read and understand the directions and requirements for each Assignment. Please ensure you cite your references in APA format with a minimum of 3 references (You may use your textbook as a reference and you should have a minimum of 2 academic outside references). Assignment will be graded based on the following areas: Foundation and synthesis of knowledge, application of knowledge critical thinking, writing skills, and organization of ideas and format. Refer to Library Online Resource Center for any research assistance. Refer to the Student Handbook for policies relevant to academic honesty and other procedures and policies related to this course. Assignments submitted late without advance

There are mixed views on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on the U.S. Health Care System and access to affordable care for Americans. Please share your thoughts and support all points with credible evidence.

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Initial Response: Initial responses should be no less than 200 words in length not including your reference(s) and supported by at least two academic/scholarly peer-reviewed references. This allows time for other students to respond to your initial response. Please be aware that just “cutting and pasting” sections of articles (in lieu of writing an original initial post) is not acceptable and will negatively impact your grade.