Indians have the lowest life expectancy of any group in the US; the general state of Indian health lags 25 years behind the rest of the population. Article discusses problems of health delivery systems, alternative approaches to health care, and some of the most pressing health problems. (DS)

Argues that current reductions in public support for health care and the rise of a free market health care system will increase the death rate and life expectancy disparities that exist between Black and White Americans. (GC)

Responsibility for maintaining public health should be shared by government, health service workers, and educated consumers. (JD)

Inflation and hospital cost containment, a national health plan, and preventive medicine are discussed at the 57th meeting of the American College Health Association. (JD)

Observes that adequate health care is essential to every child's development and achievement. Discusses some of the indicators of child health and the U.S. Surgeon General's goals for childhood health care. Describes means of protecting child health and what the federal and state government role should be. (SG)

Two concerns that underlie preoccupation with health care costs are that society may not be getting a "reasonable return" from increased expenditures and that the quantity of services per expenditure could be provided more cheaply. Concern arises because the "market" for health care deviates significantly from other "free…

Recommendations resulting from a 1977 conference, "Health Policy, Health Planning and Financing the Future of Health Care for Blacks in America," are presented. The recommendations concern changes in the health care system, community involvement, government regulation, the formation of Black interest groups and lobbies, and support for national…

Only recently has emphasis been placed on pharmacy's role in public health planning, alongside other professional groups and government at all levels. The pharmaceutical profession is urged to join forces with these groups in the forefront of policy and program planning. (MSE)

Possible long-term consequences of changes in the provision and financing of health programs and implications of "New Federalism" for child health care advocates are explored. Preliminary discussion focuses on general problems of resource scarcity, describing how the new awareness of scarcity affects thought patterns and attitudes.…

This report discusses the quality of health care for children in light of national health care reform proposals put forth in 1994, and is based on presentations and discussions at an invitational workshop on maternal and child health. The report examines issues related to: (1) the differences between health care provision for children and adults;…

The Carter administration's position on health care focuses on cost containment, nutrition, and child care. While these are significant issues, they do not address the basic reorganization needed in the health industry if it is to be responsive to all citizens regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, and socioeconomic status. (Author/GC)

Teachers' eyes glaze over when conversation turns to how international trade agreements might affect public education. Industry Canada says GATS (General Agreement on Trade in Services) will open up new markets in postsecondary education without damaging elementary/secondary education. MAI was deflected, but WTO agreements pose threats. (MLH)

In court cases involving undocumented aliens' access to social services, each litigant (including federal, state, and county governments and private hospitals) is attempting to pass responsibility for services provision to the others. Central to the debate are definitions of residency and liability, as influenced by cultural values and…

The Surgeon General's report on children with special health needs proposes seven action steps needed to implement a community-based family centered health care approach. Recommended are the following actions: Pledge a national commitment to all children with special health care needs and their families; Encourage building community-based service…

Discusses the question of who will pay for the undocumented immigrants' access to social services, particularly health services. Argues that neither state governments, counties, local governments, private hospitals, the judiciary, nor the federal government have accepted responsibility, and consequently, the workers and the community at large are…