List five examples of leading causes of death among adults over ...

[lindiwe]

List five examples of leading causes of death among adults over age 65.

Question 2

A personal letter to an elected official from a constituent can be a powerful tool for change. What points should you keep in mind in order to write an effective letter to your elected official?

[nixon_s]

Answer to Question 1

Heart disease, cancer, chronic low respiratory disease, Cerebrovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, unintentional injury, influenza and pneumonia, nephritis, and septicemia.

Answer to Question 2

 Get your elected official's name right
 Limit your letter to one page.
 Write about a single issue.
 Refer to the legislation by bill number and name.
 Explain how a legislative issue will affect your work, your organization, and your community.
 Use logical rather than emotional arguments in support of your position.
 Ask direct questions and request a reply.
 Be cooperative and offer to provide further information.
 Follow up with him/her.
 Whenever possible, use an example from your local community to draw attention to the issue.
 Write as an individual rather than as a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

[lindiwe]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[deja]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it