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Read “Evidence-Based Public Health - A Fundamental Concept for Public Health Practice” by Brownson, et al., 2009, located in the Reading & Study folder in Module/Week 7. Discuss the following points in your initial thread. Review the discussion board instructions before posting your initial thread.
What is evidence-based public health (EBPH), and why does it matter?
Compare and contrast the analytical tools of EBPH (systematic reviews, public health surveillance, economic evaluation, health impact assessment, and participatory approaches).
In what ways do systematic reviews provide better evidence on which to base intervention decisions than personal experience? Why should qualitative data from community members be considered in the mix of evidence when planning a community-based intervention
How does Christianity blend historical reviews and personal experience as credentials of its authenticity?
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EBPH is acronymn for Evidence-based public health. It is defined as the development, implementation, and evaluation of effective public health programs with the help of principles of scientific reasoning like use of data and information systems, and program planning models.
Evaluation is an important part of evidence-based public health practice. It provides an opportunity for improving current and future health care programs and policies.
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