Description
Epidemiology and Disease Patterns:
a. Describe the key epidemiological factors influencing the prevalence of non-communicable diseases in urban versus rural populations.
b. Analyze how socio-economic factors contribute to variations in the incidence of infectious diseases among different age groups within a community.
Clinical Research and Therapeutics:
a. Explain the significance of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in evaluating the effectiveness of new pharmaceutical interventions.
b. Critically assess the ethical considerations surrounding the use of placebo in clinical trials, especially in cases where existing standard treatments are available.
Health Policy and Systems:
a. Evaluate the impact of healthcare policy on the accessibility and affordability of essential medications in low-income countries.
b. Discuss the role of telemedicine in enhancing healthcare delivery, addressing both its advantages and potential challenges in different regions.
Medical Ethics and Decision-Making:
a. Examine the ethical dilemmas associated with end-of-life care decisions, exploring the perspectives of patients, families, and healthcare providers.
b. Assess the ethical implications of genetic testing and counseling in the context of potential discrimination and privacy concerns.
Global Health Challenges:
a. Investigate the role of international collaboration in addressing global health crises, focusing on recent examples like the response to a pandemic or emerging infectious diseases.
b. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in achieving universal healthcare coverage in diverse socio-cultural and economic contexts worldwide.
