Briefly describe the methodology, key numerical results and conclusions of the article paraphrased in your own words .

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Introduction 

  • Succinctly and clearly state the topic you are going to address.
  • Why it is important? (Include relevant epidemiologic data)

Literature Review 

  • Discuss at least 5 research articles from peer-reviewed literature that evaluate the outcomes of the policy, practice, or intervention. At least 4 of these 5 articles must be primary research; one may be a meta-analysis or a strong systematic review of the literature.
  • Briefly describe the methodology, key numerical results and conclusions of the article paraphrased in your own words .

Strengths and Limitations of the Literature 

  • Describe the strengths and limitations of the primary articles cited, paraphrased in your own words.
  • Describe the strengths and limitations of the body of literature; do not just paraphrase the strengths and limitations stated in each paper.
  • What do we still not know or understand about the topic you have chosen?
  • What additional research is needed to more completely answer questions related to your topic?

Policy and Practice Implications 

  • Describe the implications of the literature you have reviewed on policy and practice and suggest changes that should occur using your own critical thinking.
  • When describing policy implications, include:
    Opportunities to advocate for political, social or economic policies and programs    that will improve health in diverse populations (MPH Foundational Competency 14).
  • How current or proposed policies impact public health and health equity (MPH Foundational Competency 15).
  • Consider the ways in which diversity may influence this process.

Conclusions  

  1. Briefly summarize your paper.
  2. Briefly describe a systems-oriented approach to this issue (MPH Foundational Competency 22).
  3. State your overarching conclusion.
    References (in APA style)