[Free Guide 2026] Create a PowerPoint presentation (five to seven slides, not including title or references slides) that addresses one of the top five causes of mortality and morbidity from the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD).

Create a PowerPoint presentation (five to seven slides, not including title or references slides) that addresses one of the top five causes of mortality and morbidity from the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD).

The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study is conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) and published in The Lancet journal. It captures and analyzes data on many major causes of mortality and morbidity from almost every country. The study allows researchers and practices to compare countries and also help individual countries prioritize major health issues and risk factors with available resources. Review the background of the study by exploring the IHME website as well as the various GBD reports found in The Lancet journal, available through the Topic 2 Resource, “The Lancet Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Resource Centre.”

Create a PowerPoint presentation (five to seven slides, not including title or references slides) that addresses one of the top five causes of mortality and morbidity from the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD). Please note that for this assignment, learners should not select the United States as it is not considered a low- or middle-income country. Instead, select the health issue based on a specific country of interest and include the following in your presentation.

1. Evidence and statistics supporting the issue as a major health issue, such as the Disability Adjusted Life Years or other measures of mortality and morbidity. Indicate which country you selected.
2. Four major risk factors related to the health issue.
3. Potential gaps or limitations in the data.
4. Three social or economic opportunities to control or reduce the prevalence of this issue (reference the connection to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals).
5. Points of interest regarding this leading cause of mortality and morbidity related to the country you selected.

For the presentation, use Zoom to create a video. Presenters are required to be visible on camera throughout video submissions, as this assignment is designed to practice delivering a presentation. Learners are reminded not to use audio-only narrations or voice-overs.  Refer to the Class Resources and Topic 2 Resources for additional guidance on recording your presentation with Zoom. To submit your video, you can either upload the video directly, embed your video into a Word document, or put the link to your video in a Word document and submit the document.

Refer to the resource, “Creating Effective PowerPoint Presentations,” located in the Student Success Center, for additional guidance on completing this assignment in the appropriate style.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

Step-by-Step Guide to Answering the GBD Assignment

1. Understand the Purpose of the Assignment

This assignment assesses your ability to:

• Use Global Burden of Disease (GBD) data from IHME and The Lancet

• Analyze a major cause of mortality and morbidity in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC)

• Interpret epidemiological indicators (e.g., DALYs)

• Connect health outcomes to risk factors and social determinants

• Communicate findings clearly through a live video presentation

You are expected to think like a global health analyst or practitioner.

2. Background Research (Before Creating Slides)

Step 1: Review GBD Resources

Explore:

• IHME Global Burden of Disease website

• The Lancet GBD Resource Centre (Topic 2 Resource)

Focus on:

• Top causes of mortality and morbidity

• DALYs, YLLs (Years of Life Lost), YLDs (Years Lived with Disability)

• Regional and country-level data

Step 2: Select a Country and Health Issue

Do NOT select the United States.

Choose:

• A low- or middle-income country (e.g., Kenya, India, Nigeria, Bangladesh)

• One of the top five causes of:

  • Mortality or

  • Morbidity in that country

Examples:

• Ischemic heart disease

• Stroke

• Lower respiratory infections

• HIV/AIDS

• Tuberculosis

• Maternal disorders

👉 Your entire presentation should stay focused on one country and one health issue.

3. Plan Your PowerPoint Presentation (5–7 Content Slides)

⚠️ The title slide and references slide do not count toward the 5–7 slide requirement.

4. Recommended Slide-by-Slide Structure

Title Slide (Not Counted)

• Presentation title

• Your name

• Course name

• Date

Slide 1: Overview of the Health Issue

Include:

• Name of the health issue

• Selected country

• Why this issue is significant in that country

• Brief mention of GBD ranking

Slide 2: Evidence and Statistics (GBD Data)

Address:

• DALYs, YLLs, or YLDs

• Mortality rates or prevalence

• Trends over time (if available)

Use:

• Bullet points

• Simple charts or graphs (if appropriate)

👉 Clearly cite IHME or The Lancet as data sources.

Slide 3: Four Major Risk Factors

Identify and briefly explain four risk factors, such as:

• Behavioral (e.g., smoking, diet)

• Environmental (e.g., air pollution)

• Biological (e.g., hypertension)

• Social (e.g., poverty, limited healthcare access)

Link risk factors to the country’s context.

Slide 4: Gaps or Limitations in the Data

Discuss:

• Underreporting

• Incomplete surveillance systems

• Rural vs. urban data gaps

• Reliance on modeled estimates

This demonstrates critical thinking, not weakness.

Slide 5: Social and Economic Opportunities (SDGs)

Identify three opportunities to reduce prevalence.

Each opportunity should:

• Be realistic

• Address social or economic determinants

• Link to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Examples:

• SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being)

• SDG 1 (No Poverty)

• SDG 4 (Quality Education)

Slide 6: Country-Specific Points of Interest

Highlight:

• Cultural factors

• Health system capacity

• Government initiatives

• Urbanization or demographic trends

This slide shows contextual understanding.

Slide 7: Conclusion (Optional but Recommended)

Summarize:

• Why this issue matters

• Key takeaways

• Importance of using GBD data for policy and planning

References Slide (Not Counted)

• IHME

• The Lancet GBD reports

• Additional scholarly sources (APA format)

5. Creating the Zoom Video Presentation

Key Requirements

• You must be visible on camera

• No audio-only narration

• Present as if addressing an audience

Best Practices

• Maintain eye contact with the camera

• Speak clearly and professionally

• Use slides as visual support, not a script

• Aim for 5–7 minutes unless otherwise specified

6. Submitting the Video

You may submit by:

• Uploading the video file

• Embedding the video in a Word document

• Including a Zoom or cloud link in a Word document

Ensure:

• The link works

• Permissions allow viewing

7. Writing and Citation Expectations

• APA format for references only

• Academic tone

• Clear, concise language

• Avoid excessive text on slides

8. Common Mistakes to Avoid 🚫

• Selecting the United States

• Exceeding or falling short of slide requirements

• Not explaining DALYs or GBD indicators

• Reading slides verbatim

• Ignoring SDG connections

• Submitting audio-only narration

9. Final Checklist Before Submission ✅

✔ LMIC country selected
✔ One top-five GBD cause addressed
✔ 5–7 content slides completed
✔ DALYs or mortality data included
✔ Four risk factors explained
✔ Data gaps identified
✔ Three SDG-linked opportunities discussed
✔ Zoom video with presenter visible
✔ APA-formatted references

What the Instructor Is Really Looking For

• Ability to interpret GBD data

• Global health awareness

• Critical evaluation of evidence

• Clear oral communication

• Professional presentation skills

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