Family health tree essay

My family history is one volume of American History that began eighteen years after the declaration of independence. Ironically, freedom did not come to my family until hundreds of years later. It’s a story that touches all periods of America’s History. Slavery, sacrifice and determination are the themes of the Wilson and Rigsby history.

Although the Family History Narrative was my first assignment and an assignment I grew an attachment to, I felt that this assignment was meant to be told as a story rather than a written assignment. The oral report allowed me to convey my thought as well as the story behind it.

Writing down one’s family history can be a good way for a family to connect with each other and with their ancestors. Most people would agree that it is important for families to know their history, but should all families write it down? Yes, everyone, every family should write down their history.

Family health history is a powerful tool for screening patients. Family nurses tracing the illnesses suffered by a patient’s family members can help predict the disorders patients and their families may be at risk for, and take appropriate action to help them maintain a healthy life.