Assignment Brief 2017
Part 1 – Provide a critical review of the evidence linking nutrition with a named disease
You are strongly advised to select one of the diseases covered in the module:
Diabetes
Cancer
Cardiovascular Disease
Obesity
Osteoporosis
Your work should consider:
Epidemiology (including incidence and prevalence)
Aetiology
The science behind the evidence
Relevant policy that includes a nutritional component
You are advised to use headings and subheading as appropriate
You may use figures and tables where appropriate
Referencing should follow that of the APA
Word count: 3500 words
Part 2 – Prepare a press-release style statement that summarises the evidence collected in part 1
In your statement you should consider:
The clarity of statement
Data presented in literature review
Writing style for audience (non-scientific)
Key public health message(s) regarding the chosen disease
Word count: 500 words
