For this assignment, do the following:
Describe a public health issue (Drug Overdose) and an existing policy related to that issue. Discuss the series of events that led to the development of the policy, including epidemiological data that substantiated it.
Analyze how current policy impacts outcomes for the public health issue and the key stakeholders.
Evaluate who has the greatest interest in the implementation of the policy.
Include the alternatives that were considered before this policy was implemented.
Evaluate whether the policy is achieving its goals and identify the parts of it that are less effective.
In relation to the public health policy, analyze how cultural values and practices impact its effectiveness.
Identify the ethical dilemma or trade-offs policymakers must consider regarding this policy.
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