Analyze recent presidential healthcare agendas. You also will prepare a fact sheet to communicate the importance of a healthcare issue and the impact on this issue of recent or proposed policy.
To Prepare:
Review the agenda priorities of the current/sitting U.S. president and at least one previous presidential administration.
Tip: You can locate presidential agenda information by searching Google for your health topic and the president. For example, mental health Obama presidential agenda.
Select an issue related to healthcare that was addressed by two U.S. presidential administrations (current and previous).
Consider how you would communicate the importance of a healthcare issue to a legislator/policymaker or a member of their staff for inclusion on an agenda.
Use your Week 1 Discussion post to help with this assignment.
The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Comparison Grid, 1-Page Analysis, and 1-page narrative) with a title page. This is an APA paper. Use 2-3 course resources and at least 2 outside resources.
Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid
Use the Agenda Comparison Grid Template found in the Learning Resources and complete the Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid based on the current/sitting U.S. president and the previous president, and their agendas related to the population health concern you selected. Be sure to address the following:
Identify and provide a brief description of the population health concern you selected.
Explain how each of the presidential administrations approached the issue.
Identify the allocation of resources that the presidents dedicated to this issue.
Part 2: Agenda Comparison Grid Analysis
Using the information you recorded in Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid on the template, complete the Part 2: Agenda Comparison Grid Analysis portion of the template, by addressing the following:
Which administrative agency (like HHS, CDC, FDA, OHSA) would most likely be responsible for helping you address the healthcare issue you selected and why is this agency the most helpful for the issue?
How do you think your selected healthcare issue might get on the presidential agenda? How does it stay there?
An entrepreneur/champion/sponsor helps to move the issue forward. Who would you choose to be the entrepreneur/champion/sponsor (this can be a celebrity, a legislator, an agency director, or others) of the healthcare issue you selected and why would this person be a good entrepreneur/ champion/sponsor? An example is Michael J. Fox is champion for Parkinson’s disease.
Part 3: Fact Sheet
Using the information recorded on the template in Parts 1 and 2, develop a 1-page fact sheet that you could use to communicate with a policymaker/legislator or a member of their staff for this healthcare issue. Be sure to address the following:
Summarize why this healthcare issue is important and should be included in the agenda for legislation.
Justify the role of the nurse in agenda setting for healthcare issues.
Assignment document should include:
Title page
Introductory paragraph
Agenda comparison grid and analysis
Fact sheet
Summary/conclusions
References
use 3 of these references and use 2 other from outside sources to be less than 5 years and no wikipidea, professional references only
Institute of Medicine (US) Committee on Enhancing Environmental Health Content in Nursing Practice, Pope, A. M., Snyder, M. A., & Mood, L. H. (Eds.). (n.d.). Nursing health, & environment Links to an external site.: Strengthening the relationship to improve the public's health.
USA.gov. (n.d.). A-Z index of U.S. government departments and agencies Links to an external site.. Retrieved September 20, 2018, from https://www.usa.gov/federal-agencies/a
USA.gov. (n.d.). Branches of the US government Links to an external site.. https://www.usa.gov/branches-of-government
The White House. (n.d.). The cabinet Links to an external site.. https://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/cabinet
Very important to use APA style (7). 0 plagiarism or AI
use template attached
| Presidential Administration | Donald J. Trump Administration (2017-2021) | Joe Biden Administration (2021-present) |
| Approach to the Issue | The Trump administration's approach to mental health was largely centered on addressing the opioid crisis, which was often linked to mental health issues. The administration signed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act into law, which expanded access to treatment for substance use disorders and mental health services. The focus was on prevention, treatment, and recovery, particularly in rural and underserved areas. The administration also emphasized suicide prevention, particularly among veterans. | The Biden administration has made mental health a central component of its broader healthcare agenda. Its approach is more comprehensive, with a focus on integrating mental and physical health, expanding access to care, and addressing the mental health crisis among young people. The administration's Unity Agenda includes a pillar dedicated to tackling the mental health crisis. Key initiatives include expanding the behavioral health workforce, strengthening parity laws, and leveraging technology like telehealth. |
| Allocation of Resources | The Trump administration allocated significant resources to combat the opioid crisis through grants to states and local communities. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) received funding to expand treatment and prevention services. The administration also worked to increase access to naloxone and support research into non-addictive pain treatments. Resources were primarily funneled through existing agencies and new grant programs aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic. | The Biden administration has proposed and secured billions of dollars in funding for mental health initiatives. The American Rescue Plan Act provided emergency funding to address mental health and substance use disorders exacerbated by the pandemic. The President's budget for fiscal year 2023 included a significant increase in funding for SAMHSA and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support mental health research and services. The administration is also focused on expanding access to mental health services in schools and universities. |
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Part 2: Agenda Comparison Grid Analysis
Administrative Agency
The administrative agency most likely to be responsible for helping address the mental health issue is the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). As the primary federal agency focused on improving the behavioral health of the nation, SAMHSA provides direct funding and guidance to states and local communities for mental health and substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery services. It is the most helpful agency because its mission is directly aligned with the core issues of mental health, unlike the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which have broader public health and regulatory focuses, respectively.
Getting on the Presidential Agenda
A healthcare issue like mental health gets on the presidential agenda through a combination of public pressure, political events, and the efforts of policy advocates. A major crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, can bring a hidden issue to the forefront of public and political consciousness. The issue stays on the agenda through continued advocacy, sustained public awareness campaigns, and the framing of the issue in a way that resonates with the president's political priorities. For example, linking mental health to economic productivity, national security, or the well-being of a specific demographic (like veterans or children) can help maintain its relevance.
Sample Answer
This document provides a comparative analysis of the healthcare agendas of the current and previous U.S. presidential administrations, an analysis of how a specific healthcare issue can gain and maintain a spot on the presidential agenda, and a fact sheet designed to inform policymakers. The selected population health concern is mental health. The analysis will focus on how both the Biden and Trump administrations addressed this issue, the resources allocated, and the strategic steps needed to advocate for policy change.
Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid
Population Health Concern: Mental Health
Mental health is a critical population health concern encompassing a wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior. These conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders, are a major public health challenge impacting individuals across all age groups and socioeconomic statuses. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), millions of adults and adolescents in the United States suffer from a mental illness, with many not receiving the necessary treatment. The COVID-19 pandemic further exacerbated this issue, leading to a significant increase in mental health-related distress and substance use. Addressing mental health is vital for improving overall public well-being, reducing healthcare costs, and enhancing economic productivity.