This Workshop Allows You To Start A First Draft Of Your Stud

This Workshop Allows You To Start A First Draft Of Your Study Question

This workshop allows you to start a first draft of your study question and hypothesis and get feedback before the final draft is due in Module Five. Prompt: In your initial post, address the following: · Study Question: Your study question should be based on the public health issue chosen in Module One (HPV of the throat) and identify (1) a population of interest and (2) the public health issue being studied. It should be phrased as a question and probe for further information on the subject. Ideally, it will ask an original question rather than one that has already been reviewed by the literature. Remember: Research builds on itself. It may be similar to something you have read, but it may not be the same. · Hypothesis: Your hypothesis should be a response to your study question; as such it should be phrased as a statement or a claim. It should include the following: o The variables of interest o Population o The relationship between the variables o A logical connection to the study question · The connection to the study question does not need to be explicitly stated but should be apparent Your initial post should include just your study question and hypothesis. Your response posts should be substantial in content but need not be lengthy. Writing a few sentences is adequate. Cite any resources in APA style

Paper For Above instruction

The prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in the oropharyngeal region has become a significant public health concern, especially given its association with increasing cases of HPV-related throat cancers. To further understand this issue, I propose the following study question: “How does the prevalence of HPV infection in the oropharyngeal cavity vary among different age groups within a specific population?” This question aims to explore the relationship between age and HPV prevalence, focusing on adults within the United States—a population with rising HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers (Gillison et al., 2015). This study seeks to identify potential age-related risks and inform targeted vaccination and screening strategies to reduce the burden of HPV-associated cancers.

Based on this question, my hypothesis is: “In adults aged 20 to 60 years in the United States, the prevalence of HPV infection in the oropharyngeal region increases with age, with higher rates observed in individuals aged 50 to 60 compared to those aged 20 to 30.” This hypothesis includes key variables: age (independent variable) and HPV infection prevalence (dependent variable). The population of interest is adults in the United States, and the proposed relationship is that HPV prevalence in the oropharynx increases with age within this group. The logical connection suggests that as individuals age, cumulative exposure risks or immune system changes might contribute to higher infection rates, which aligns with existing literature indicating a rise in HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancers among older adults (Chaturvedi et al., 2011).

This preliminary question and hypothesis set the stage for a public health investigation aimed at identifying at-risk populations and informing preventive measures. By focusing on the variation across age groups, the study could contribute valuable insights into HPV epidemiology and shape future health policies to combat HPV-related head and neck cancers.

References

  • Chaturvedi, A. K., Engels, E. A., Pfeiffer, R. M., Xiao, W., Kim, E., Jiang, B., ... & Gillison, M. L. (2011). Human papillomavirus and rising oropharyngeal cancer incidence in the United States. Journal of Clinical Oncology, 29(32), 4294–4301.
  • Gillison, M. L., Chaturvedi, A. K., Lowy, D. R., & Wright, T. C. (2015). HPV and Head and Neck Cancers. In C. L. S. & S. L. (Eds.), Head and Neck Oncology (pp. 177-194). Springer.

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