Physical inactivity inAustralia Specifically, your essay should include: 1 A brief introduction (1 paragraph): -introduce the chosen topic, and outline what you will cover in your essay• 2 Body (all...

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Physical inactivity inAustralia


Specifically, your essay should include:


1 A brief introduction (1 paragraph):


-introduce the chosen topic, and outline what you will cover in your essay•


2 Body (all points should be supported by citing relevant literature):


-Describe the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health (i.e. why it is a public health issue)


-Identify which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity


-Identify the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence


-Discuss strategies and actions that could address the issue and improve the health and wellbeing of the population.


3 Conclusion (1 paragraph):


-Summarise the key points/arguments


-What are the implications for the future?


4 Reference list (APA7 referencing style)


-A minimum of eight to ten references is expected, at least 6 of which should be peer-reviewed references (e.g. journal articles or book chapters).








Background For this assessment task, you will write an essay on a current public health problem. You are required to choose a topic from the list provided (see below). If you have your own topic that you are interested in, you will need to email the Lecturer-in-Charge (LIC), to seek written approval. Your arguments must be supported by citing peer- reviewed academic literature and/or official statistical resources (e.g. ABS, WHO etc.) as appropriate. Assessment specifications Due date:Tuesday 19 April 2022 (5:00pm) Weighting:30% Length and/or format:1,200 words +/- 10% (includes in-text citations but excludes appendices and references) Purpose:To enable students to describe and analyse contemporary public health issues and challenges, and the impact these issues have on the health of the population Learning outcomes assessed: 1, 2,3 How to submit:Turnitin (via LEO) Return of assignment:Marks and feedback will be returned to students via LEO Assessment criteria:See marking rubric below Instructions First, you will need to choose a topic from the following list. 1. Physical inactivity in Australia 2. Lower rates of childhood vaccinations in some areas of Australia 3. Heat waves in Australia 4. Availability of ‘junk’ food in Australia 5. Smoking rates in Australia Specifically, your essay should include: · A brief introduction (1 paragraph): PUBH100: Foundations of Public Health, 2022 Assessment Task 2: Public health issues · Introduce the chosen topic, and outline what you will cover in your essay 1 · Body (all points should be supported by citing relevant literature): · Describe the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health (i.e. why it is a public health issue) · Identify which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity · Identify the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence · Discuss strategies and actions that could address the issue and improve the health and wellbeing of the population. · Conclusion (1 paragraph): · Summarise the key points/arguments · What are the implications for the future? · Reference list (APA7 referencing style) You must search the literature, and explicitly refer to peer-reviewed academic literature and/or official statistical resources (e.g. ABS, WHO etc.) to support your description and discussion of the public health issue. A minimum of eight to ten references is expected, at least 6 of which should be peer-reviewed references (e.g. journal articles or book chapters). Formatting requirements · Word document · Arial, Calibri or Times New Roman font · Size 12 font (headings and subheadings can be larger/bond font if required) · 1.5 line spacing · Margins of at least 2cm left and right Referencing APA7 is the required referencing style for this assessment task. Please ensure that you are familiar with the formatting and usage requirements for this style. The Academic Skills Unit and Library have resources to help with referencing. Turnitin: Turnitin is a tool used to assist in the detection of referencing problems and/or plagiarism. Turnitin generates a similarity index for a document: that is, what percentage of the document contains material that is matched to accessible sources. Presence of similarity does not necessarily indicate plagiarism: there are many reasons why similar text is discovered in student documents. For example, Turnitin often classifies reference lists themselves as “similar”- this is similarity, but not plagiarism. Assessment Policies and Procedures Students should make themselves familiar with the University’s Assessment Procedures https://www.acu.edu.au/handbook/handbook-2021/policies-and-general-information/assessment---policy-and-procedure/assessment-procedures This link outlines how to apply for an extension or special consideration (under ‘Student responsibilities’ and ‘Processes when personal circumstances affect performance’). Extension requests (if you have a valid reason), should be emailed to the Lecturer-in-Charge, prior to the due date. Special consideration applications should be emailed to [email protected] AND the Lecturer-in-Charge. Note: Extension and Special consideration request forms are available under the Assessment Tile on LEO. Please note that marks will be deducted for late submission of assignments (without an approved extension or special consideration), as per University policy. The policy states: “Assessment tasks submitted after the due or extended date will incur, for each whole or part of a calendar day that the work is overdue, a 5% penalty of the maximum marks available for that assessment task up to a maximum of 15%. Assessment tasks received more than three calendar days after the due or extended date will not be allocated a mark.” Marking criteria In line with ACU’s Assessment Policy, all assessment marking and grading must be criterion-referenced and use standards-based grading. Assessment criteria and standards are related to unit learning outcomes. Student performance on a task is evaluated against each criterion, and according to the set standards of achievement for that criterion. Assessment criteria and standards for this task are provided in the following rubric. Each criterion is marked according to a five-point standard, from “poor” to “excellent”, with a descriptor for each standard. Within each standard there is a small marking range that further differentiates. Your final mark for the task reflects evaluation against all criteria. See the rubric below for the marking criteria. Learning outcomes assessed: 1. Define public health and outline its core functions and role in improving the health of the community 2. Describe the major public health challenges in Australia and internationally, and what role public health can play in addressing these challenges 3. Analyse the impact of diverse factors - such as gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic factors - on population health, especially in terms of inequities in health 4. PUBH100 ASSESSMENT TASK 2 - MARKING RUBRIC Marking criteria and relevant unit learning outcome(s) Weight Standard achieved Excellent Very good Good Fair Poor 1. Knowledge of a contemporary public health issue Describe the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health (i.e. why it is a public health issue) 2 Essay provides an excellent description of the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health Essay provides a very good description of the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health Essay provides an adequate description of the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health Essay provides a partial description of the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health Essay provides a poor description of the context and nature of the problem, and its impact on population health LO1, LO2 (4½–5 marks) (3½–4 marks) (2½–3 marks) (1½–2 marks) (0–1 marks) 2. Population groups affected Identify which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity 2 Essay provides an excellent discussion of which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity Essay provides a very good discussion of which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity Essay provides an adequate discussion of which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity Essay provides a limited discussion of which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity Essay provides a poor discussion of which population groups are most vulnerable or affected, and any implications for health equity LO2, LO3 (4½–5 marks) (3½–4 marks) (2½–3 marks) (1½–2 marks) (0–1 marks) 3. Assessment of main players involved in a public health issue Identify the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence LO1, LO2 2 Essay provides an excellent discussion of the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence (4½–5 marks) Essay provides a very good discussion of the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence (3½–4 marks) Essay provides a satisfactory discussion of the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence (2½–3 marks) Essay provides a limited discussion of the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence (1½–2 marks) Essay provides a poor discussion of the main players involved in addressing the public health issue, including their role, function and influence (0–1 marks) 4 Marking criteria and relevant unit learning outcome(s) Weight Standard achieved Excellent Very good Good Fair Poor 4. Discussion of public health approaches to address the issue Discuss strategies and actions that could address the issue and improve the health and wellbeing of the population 3 Essay comprehensively discusses public health and/or population-based approaches that may address the issue, meeting or exceeding the level expected from a student in a foundations unit Essay effectively discusses on public health and/or population- based approaches that may address the issue, commensurate with the level expected from a student in a foundations unit Essay adequately discusses public health and/or population-based approaches that may address the issue, appropriate to the level expected from a student in a foundations unit Essay barely discusses public health and/or population-based approaches that may address the issue, and is not quite at the level expected from a student in a foundations unit Essay discussion of public health and/or population-based approaches that may address the issue is inadequate and falls short of the level expected from a student in a foundations unit LO1, L02, LO3 (4½–5 marks) (3½–4 marks) (2½–3 marks) (1½–2 marks) (0–1 marks) 5. Clarity, coherence and professional presentation Writing is clear, coherent, well-articulated and professionally presented and meets word limit requirements 2 Essay is of an excellent standard in all respects: clearly expressed, coherently argued, and professionally presented, and within word limit requirements. Essay is of a very good standard in all respects: clearly expressed, coherently argued, and professionally presented, and within word limit requirements. Essay is of a satisfactory standard but improvements are necessary in expression, coherence of argument, and professionalism of presentation. Within or close to word limit requirements Essay requires substantial improvements in expression, coherence of argument, professionalism of presentation. Within or close to word limit requirements. Essay requires extensive revision due to problems with expression, coherence of argument, and professionalism of presentation. Does not meet word limit requirements. (4½–5 marks) (3½–4 marks) (2½–3 marks) (1½–2 marks) (0-1 marks) 6. Referencing Paper adheres to academic conventions of referencing style (APA7) Essay demonstrates excellent adherence to APA7 referencing style, and is free of errors. All references are acknowledged and correctly cited. A wide range of peer-reviewed Essay demonstrates reasonably strong adherence to APA7 referencing style, with a few minor errors. Nearly all references are acknowledged and correctly cited. A good Essay demonstrates a satisfactory adherence to APA7 referencing style, with multiple minor errors. A number of errors in acknowledging references and citations. There is a limited range of peer- Essay demonstrates limited adherence to APA7 referencing style, with major errors. Multiple errors in acknowledging references and citations. Few peer-reviewed Essay demonstrates a poor understanding of APA7 referencing style
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Physical Inactivity in Australia
Contents
Introduction    1
Public Health Issues    1
Vulnerable Population    2
Implications for Health Equity    2
Key Players    3
Strategies and Actions    3
Conclusion    4
References    4
Introduction
Physical activity is the movement of the body that utilises energy and is performed by skeletal muscles. Physical inactivity is a driving force for the de
velopment of chronic illnesses. Cardiovascular disease, impaired glucose tolerance, dementia, and osteoporosis are all more prevalent in individuals who are not physically active adequately (Amini et al., 2021). Physical activity boosts the immune system, enhances musculoskeletal and mental wellbeing, and lowers other potential risks, including being obese or overweight, having high blood pressure, and having high cholesterol. In Australia, physical inactivity is a major contributor to the illness burden. Australians must attain adequate activity levels since they have a role in chronic illnesses (Nau et al., 2019).
This paper focuses on the nature and context of physical inactivity in Australia, vulnerable groups, implications for health equity, key players, strategies, and actions concerning physical inactivity in Australia.
Public Health Issues
Physical inactivity has been responsible for 2.5 percent of Australia's total illness burden in 2015. Individual illness burden from uterine cancer, diabetes, dementia, bowel cancer, coronary heart disease, breast cancer, and stroke was 10–20 percent due to physical inactivity. Sedentary behaviour affects more than 50 percent of all Australians. For a range of factors, such as poor health, injuries, and inadequate time, several Australians remain inactive. Due to the general nature of their professions and the length of screen time people have, many spend plenty of time lounging or sitting around. Nearly 50 percent of working professionals (44%) spend the majority of the workday sitting (Wilson et al., 2018).
Furthermore, more than one-fourth of the world's adults (28 percent, or 1.4 billion individuals) have been physically inactive, according to new research. In some counties, however, one out of every three adults is inactive. COVID-19 has established further barriers to physical activity, particularly in organised sports. Due to health issues and constraints – such as school closures, gymnasium shutdowns, as well as lockdowns – Australians have had to alter their physical activity levels and regularity. This has had the greatest impact on children. According to a study, while nearly three out of four adults expected to remain active towards 2020, merely one out of every six children did so (Rosenbaum et al., 2018).
Vulnerable Population
Individual traits as well as the social context impact physical activity habits. Whether or not a human is physically inactive is determined by demographic factors such as age, gender, and ethnicity, as well as socioeconomic factors such as income and education (Wilson et al., 2018). Violence, reduced air quality, high-density traffic, pollution, and a dearth of parks, walkways, and recreational facilities are all causes of environmental factors that may deter people from engaging in physical exercise as a consequence of enhanced urbanisation. As a corollary, urban populations have more roadways, vehicles, and road transport than rural populations do, and this reduces biking and walking for transportation and recreation. Their neighbourhoods are more densely packed, and they have limited outdoor leisure areas (Woessner et al., 2021).
Moreover, they provide more exposure to beverage and food marketing through mainstream media, which has the potential to change individual preferences apart from traditional meals. Finally, urban areas have a higher proportion of inactive professions (including production and...
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