Exercise 12.2.2

This essay responds to Timothy 's posting with thoughts on his interview summary

The duties of a public health officer includes evaluating community health needs , creating policies to cater for those requirements and making sure that policies are implemented successfully (Gunderman 2009 . In addition , they involve protecting individuals from factors that may jeopardize their health (Spencer , 2002 . This is line with what Dr . Beilenson describes as his core functions in Howard County . He strives to provide citizens with cost effective and comprehensive health care services . This is enhanced by working in

collaboration with community members and this activity is essential for health workers (Spencer , 2002 . However , the challenges of a health officer are more intense in crime prone and poorer areas (Institute of Medicine , 2002 On the other hand , well up regions present less challenges and they involve implementation of proactive policies . This is showcased by Dr Beilenson argument that his challenges in poor Baltimore County involved fight against crime like substance abuse while Howard County present challenges of implementing programs like Healthy Howard Initiatives which are aimed at controlling occurrence of diseases (Gunderman , 2009 The future of public health in United States is bright since the new legislation ' mandates all stakeholders in health care system to be proactive (American Hospital Association , 2010 . As Dr . Beilenson puts it , the law necessitates health care providers to educate , support and make citizens buy health insurance premiums . This will ensure better health care providence for all . The future of health education will be...