Author Question: List five examples of leading causes of death among adults over age ... (Read 78 times)

lindiwe · **on:** Aug 21, 2018

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 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 21, 2018

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.