Identify a health problem that is of public health concern as evidenced by its coverage in the community, the news/media or nursing literature. Provide the reference point for this health problem (i.e. Where was it identified as a concern?). (0-1point)
Body of the letter or summary of experience – Identify yourself and the reason that you are advocating for this health concern and population. Provide evidence for the health problem identified (footnote). This should include several sentences that identify the scope and nature of the problem, why it is of significance to public health or the population’s health that you are advocating for. You can identify a Healthy People 2020 objective that this addresses (you don’t have to footnote this-you can include this in the text of the letter/summary) as well as one reference. Include the action steps that you are recommending; or in a summary what actions you would recommend based on your experience. (0-2 points)