Demographic and Epidemiological Assessment

For this discussion, you will collect assessment data about your city or county. This post will include information about demographics (general characteristics) and epidemiological data (disease or health behavior rates) of your community. Demographic data: Go online to the U.S. Census Bureau at http://quickfacts.census.gov/. Obtain information about the demographic characteristics of the population for your city…

Concepts in Community and Public Health – Tools for Community Health Nursing Practice

What is the difference between a group “at risk” for poor health and a group considered a “vulnerable” population? Provide an example of a group at risk and a group considered a vulnerable population. 1. Explain why members of these groups cannot advocate for themselves or why advocating for these groups would be beneficial. 2….