Epidemiology of COVID-19 or Monkeypox

Description:

This is an individual research paper. Using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website (www.cdc.gov) or other valid resources, you will research and write a paper on the current event related to epidemiology (Epidemiology of COVID-19 or Monkeypox).

The paper is to be a minimum of 3 pages in length (max 5 pages) (not including the title page, abstract/summary page, or reference page). The purpose of the paper is two-fold. The first purpose is for you to explain what was learned about epidemiology from the course. The second purpose is to explain how you can relate the information you learned from the course to the current event of COVID-19 or Monkeypox.

The rubrics for the research paper is posted under the Current Event Research Paper Module. Formatting: Please use 12 pt. font, standard font (Times Roman, Arial, and Calibri only), double space, APA format, and 1” margins. Please submit your assignment as a word document or PDF.

The Research Paper should include the following sections:

1) Title page (Separate page; does not count in page limit) Include the title of the paper, your name, date, & course.2) Abstract/summary (1 paragraph) ((Separate page; does not count in page limit)

Present the summary of your paper.3) Introduction (1-2 paragraphs)

Provide an overview/brief description of the disease.4) Background information (2-3 paragraphs)

Provide background information of the disease; that is, how it started and progressed.

Include the risk factors associated with this disease.

Include 1-2 peer-reviewed journal articles or other bona fide references (e.g., valid website, book, etc.) used to obtain information for this section. Include referenced information in-text as well as on the Reference page.

 

 

 

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5) Transmission and symptoms (2-3 paragraphs)

Detailed description of how the disease is transmitted from person to person and

what are the common symptoms.

Include 1-2 peer-reviewed journal articles or other bona fide references (e.g., valid

website, book, etc.) used to obtain information for this section. Include referenced

information in-text as well as on the Reference page.

6) Impact on the population (2-3 paragraphs)

Describe the impact of the disease on the population, including physical and mental

health impact, behavioral impact, socio-economic impact, environmental impact,

etc.

Include 1-2 peer-reviewed journal articles or other bona fide references (e.g., valid

website, book, etc.) used to obtain information for this section. Include referenced

information in-text as well as on the Reference page.7) Treatment and prevention (2-3 paragraphs)

Include the current treatment.

Describe the prevention methods used.

Include 1-2 peer-reviewed journal articles or other bona fide references (e.g., valid

website, book, etc.) used to obtain information for this section. Include referenced

information in-text as well as on the Reference page.8) How it is related to epidemiology (1- 2 paragraphs)

Describe how you can relate the things you learned in this course to the current

COVID-19 or Monkeypox situation.9) Conclusion (1 paragraph)

State your opinion about the current pandemic (Covid-19) or Monkeypox including

lessons learned and what could have been done or could be done differently for a

better outcome.10) Reference page (2 pages maximum)(does not count in page limits)

Include all references cited in-text. APA format is required for in-text referencing

AND on the Reference page.