Sources are academic, comprehensive, current, and/or relevant. Quoted material and paraphrasing expertly support, extend, and inform ideas but do not substitute for the writer's own idea development. Sources are well synthesized to support major points. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. All format elements are correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

The information provided is comprehensive and provides specific information necessary to assist the audience in understanding the importance of the health topic. Includes definition, description of epidemiology (person, place, time), and etiology (causes, risk factors). Thoughtfully analyzes and evaluates possible health disparities. Demonstrating a deep understanding of by supporting ideas with details and examples. Addresses all of the assignment criteria. All of the required assignment content is present. Major points are exceptionally clear and thoroughly addressed. Significant and best possible support is evident, relevant and convincing.

You are required to use a minimum of three scholarly resources. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.