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Peer reviewedDryfoos, Joy G. – American Journal of Public Health, 1991
Outlines public policy goals regarding substance abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, unintended pregnancies, and violence. Concludes that the nation will continue to be high-risk until reforms are implemented that will equalize access to the opportunity structure. (DM)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Contraception, Disadvantaged, Drinking
Peer reviewedStotts, R. Craig; And Others – Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, 1991
Lung cancer is a serious health problem among blacks, with a mortality rate of 119 per 100,000 black males, compared to 81 per 100,000 for white males. Smoking cessation efforts are most successful when tailored to the black community, using black community networks and broadcast media for black audiences. (SLD)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Behavior Patterns, Black Community, Cancer
