health policy and the American healthcare system

This week, we are reading about the public health policy process and the organization of the American Healthcare system. Please respond to one of the following prompts:

Did the readings clarify anything in particular for you? In what ways can you apply what you read this week to your actual work? Do you see the “paradox” of excess and deprivation” in your practice?

What are your thoughts on Health at Every Size and how does it differ from the way we normally approach obesity? How do you imagine this approach my affect our healthcare system and overall public health?