Overview
To Prepare:
Find out where in the world asthma is least prevalent.
Post: Create a hypothesis as to why this may be so. (10 points)
Respond: Respond to at least two of your colleagues by commenting on the strengths and weaknesses of their post. (5 points)
Grading:
Use complete sentences in your response and appropriately cite the source(s) of your answer using APA format. You must use at least 2 sources (your textbook can be one) to support your answer. You must respond to at least two of your group member's posts.
For all Discussions that require Responses, your post will be due several days prior to your responses. Please check the course syllabus for deadlines. Only one due date will show in Brightspace; however, you must post by the deadline in the syllabus to earn full credit.
References
Asher, M.I., et al. 1998. Worldwide variation in the prevalence of asthma symptoms: The international study of asthma and allergies in childhood. European Respiratory Journal 12:315–35.
Doyle, Roger. 2000. Asthma worldwide. Scientific American, June, 30.