Health Is the City's Business
This editorial critiques the affiliation plan for New York City hospitals, arguing for greater public accountability and community action in health services.
A Political Coalition That's Bad Medicine
The article discusses Governor Rockefeller's proposed compulsory health insurance plan and its implications for the working poor and medically needy.
Health Blueprints: Two Viewpoints
This piece compares the Burlage Report and the Piel Report, highlighting their differing perspectives on the restructuring of New York City's health services.
Who Plans for New Yorkers' Health?
The article examines the ongoing struggle over health planning in New York City, focusing on the role of the Health and Hospital Planning Council and community pressures for reform.
Do We Hear Footsteps?
This editorial discusses the emerging leadership of Mayor John Lindsay in addressing New York City's health services crisis and the challenges that remain.
Eastside Story...
The article highlights the efforts of Lower East Side residents to gain control over health services and ensure they meet community needs.
NENA to Open Health Center
The North East Neighborhood Association is set to open a community-owned health center aimed at providing comprehensive medical care to local residents.
Unrest in the Columbia Domain...
The article reports on community demands for a Harlem Community Health Board to gain control over Harlem City Hospital and address local health service issues.
City Hospital Neglect Challenged
The Committee of Interns and Residents demands better salaries and working conditions while advocating for reforms in municipal hospitals.
Students Face Nitty Gritty
The Student Health Project addresses health issues in low-income neighborhoods while training health science students in community engagement.
Doctors' Rx: Soul and Quality
The North East Neighborhood Association Health Center aims to provide community-oriented care while recruiting socially aware physicians.
City Foot Dragging - Midst Criticism
Critics highlight the failures of the city's hospital affiliation contracts and call for accountability and community control.
Letters to Editor
A collection of letters addressing various health policy concerns, including consumer power and the need for community involvement.
Home Rule Begins at Home
The article discusses perceived weaknesses in city government health leadership and the implications of various groups seeking control over health planning in New York City.
Dr. Bucove: It's A Long Way From Olympia
This piece reflects on Dr. Bernard Bucove's challenges as the new Health Services Administrator in New York City amidst a complex public health landscape.
Will We Stop Lead Poisoning Our Children?
The article highlights the alarming rates of lead poisoning among children in New York City and calls for community action to address the public health crisis.
City Affiliations And Beyond...
This article covers the debate within the Lindsay Administration regarding the management of Municipal hospitals and the implications of proposed hospital corporations.
An Exchange on Planning
A correspondence discussing the importance of public involvement in health planning and the establishment of neighborhood boards for health policy.
Letters to Editor
A letter correcting misstatements made in a previous issue regarding the involvement of Mobilization for Youth in health district proposals.
Medical Empires: Who Controls?
This special report examines the concentration of power within New York's medical establishment and the implications for public health services.
Who Plans? Rocky Lindsay - Hold Key
The article discusses the competition between city and state proposals for a new health planning agency in New York City.
Empire Survey (I): Columbia P & S: Medical Gymnasiums?
This piece explores the dynamics and challenges within the Columbia Medical Empire, particularly its relationship with the surrounding Harlem community.
The Retreat: Community Resists
The article covers community opposition to the proposed relocation of Fordham Hospital and the demand for local input in health service decisions.
More on HSA De Centralization
This article discusses the potential impacts of community-controlled health services and the need for integrated health planning.
The Trouble With Empires
This editorial discusses the challenges faced by community health movements against established medical institutions in the Bronx.
Bronxmanship
An in-depth analysis of the Montefiore Einstein medical complex and its impact on health services in the Bronx.
Taking Care of Their Own
Workers at Lincoln Hospital take control of mental health services, demanding accountability and community involvement.
Letters to Editor
A collection of letters discussing community involvement in health services and the need for effective medical planning.
Mental Health for the Masses
This editorial critiques the disorganization of mental health services and the challenges faced in providing accessible care.
Psyching-Out the City Scene
An analysis of the funding and operational challenges faced by mental health services in New York City.
Under The Federal Law: Who Gets What?
This article discusses the implications of the Community Mental Health Centers Act and its impact on mental health services.
Meet The Board...
Profiles the members of the Community Mental Health Board and their affiliations.
Winning the Hearts and Minds
A survey of community mental health centers in New York City and their efforts to engage with local populations.
Local Insurgencies: Battle for Heads, Beds & Territory
Describes the conflicts between community residents and medical institutions over mental health services.
Meanwhile, Back At The 'Old School'
Critiques the dominance of psychoanalytic practices in psychiatry and their implications for mental health services.
Expropriating the Public's Health
The editorial discusses the impact of recent Medicaid cuts and city budget reductions on public health services in New York City.
New York City Medicaid: Five Steps Backward, One Forward
An analysis of the Medicaid program's decline in New York City, detailing its initial promise and subsequent failures.
What Goes Up, Comes Down
This article examines the expectations and subsequent disappointments surrounding the Medicaid program and its impact on the medically indigent.
Budget Postmortem: The Human Toll
A critical look at the budget cuts affecting New York City's hospitals and the implications for community health services.
Corporation Puts Harlem in Business
The article discusses the establishment of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation and its implications for community health services.
Letters to Editor
A letter addressing concerns about the representation of community mental health goals in a previous issue of Health-PAC.
Give Me Your Sick, Your Poor...
An editorial discussing the state of healthcare in New York City, highlighting the concentration of medical power and the challenges faced by consumers.
The Blue Cross We Bear
An analysis of the recent rate increase approved for Blue Cross and the implications for healthcare costs and access in New York City.
NYC As A Demonstration Project
A report on the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation's plans to operate as a demonstration project for urban hospital management.
New York: The Empire City
An overview of the major medical empires in New York City and their impact on healthcare delivery and community needs.
House Staff CIR - cus: Who Runs the Show
An examination of the Committee of Interns and Residents' contract negotiations and the challenges they face in advocating for patient care.
The Profit Seekers
A critique of the American Medical Association's profit motives and its impact on healthcare quality and access.
Workshops
An overview of various workshops organized by HealthPAC focusing on health financing, women's health issues, and patients' rights.
Letters to Editor
A letter responding to a previous article about Regional Medical Programs, defending the contributions of medical schools to healthcare.
Certain Inalienable Rights
This editorial critiques the notion that health care is a privilege rather than a right, highlighting the barriers to access for various populations.
The Health Rights Defenders
This article discusses the emerging movement for patient advocacy and the establishment of patients' rights within health care institutions.
Violations: Matter of Record
The article outlines various violations of patients' rights observed in hospitals, emphasizing the need for better enforcement of these rights.
Charting the Uncharted
This piece explores the legal rights of citizens seeking health benefits and the challenges in defining and enforcing these rights.
Voluntary Hospitals Plead Bankruptcy
The article reports on the financial crisis facing voluntary hospitals and the potential impact on services for low-income patients.
Controlling the Community
This editorial discusses the challenges of community control in health services and the systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations.
Community Control Struggle
The article details the fight for community control of a mental health facility in New York City, highlighting the tensions between local residents and institutional powers.
Abortion Laws: American Way of Death?
This article critiques New York's abortion laws, arguing they disproportionately harm poor and non-white women while advocating for women's rights to control their own bodies.
Behind the Corporation Front
This editorial critiques the proposed New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation, questioning its potential effectiveness in addressing the city's health service delivery issues.
Taking Care of Business
This article examines the deteriorating conditions in municipal hospitals and the implications of the proposed Health and Hospitals Corporation.
The Poor Pay More
This piece analyzes the negative impact of the Medicaid program on access to outpatient care for the poor in New York City.
Letters to the Editor
A collection of letters addressing various health policy issues, including critiques of the Health Center community advisory boards and concerns over state budget cuts affecting health services.
The Great Leap Sideways
This editorial critiques the proposed National Health Insurance as a superficial solution to deeper systemic issues in healthcare delivery.
American Dream or Scheme?
This article analyzes the political and economic implications of National Health Insurance proposals and the interests behind them.
The Prices Go Up, Up, Up...
This report discusses the rising costs of hospital care and the financial struggles faced by hospitals and patients alike.
On The Job Training
This commentary reflects on the appointment of a new Health Services Administrator and the community's response to the change.
News Briefs
This section provides updates on various health-related issues and community responses to healthcare policies.
This Land Was Your Land
The article critiques the collaboration between health institutions and government policies that undermine poor communities, using Columbia Medical Center as a case study.
Roll On, Columbia Roll On
This piece discusses the expansion plans of Columbia Medical Center and the community's resistance to its impact on local residents in Washington Heights.
GE Strike Sheds Light on Health Hazards
The article highlights the health and safety issues faced by General Electric workers during a strike, emphasizing inadequate medical facilities and unsafe working conditions.
Who Governs Gouverneur?
This article examines the tensions between community health councils and large medical centers, focusing on the governance issues at Gouverneur Health Services.
El Barrio: A People's Health Movement
The piece discusses the health organizing efforts in East Harlem led by the Young Lords Organization, focusing on their initiatives for community control of health institutions.
The Media Makes the Message
This article critiques the New York Times' health reporting, arguing that it reflects a bias towards the interests of the private health establishment.
Letters to the Editor
A collection of letters from readers responding to previous articles in the BULLETIN, discussing various topics related to health and policy.
The Male Feasance of Health
This editorial discusses the systemic oppression of women in the American health care system, highlighting their roles as both consumers and workers.
Women as Health Workers
This piece explores the historical and ongoing struggles of women in the nursing profession, emphasizing their fight for recognition and equality.
Women Demand Abortion Rights
The article outlines the challenges women face in obtaining legal abortions and the societal implications of restrictive abortion laws.
Another Bitter Pill: The Birth of Conspiracy
This article critiques the marketing and safety of the birth control pill, discussing its side effects and the lack of informed consent for women.
SHO Students Fight SAMA Drug Culture
This article reports on the Student Health Organization's challenge to the Student American Medical Association regarding its ties to the drug industry.
The Medical Means of Repression
An analysis of how psychiatry and psychology are used as tools of social control and repression in society.
Commitment Through the Courts
A critical examination of civil commitment laws and their implications for individual rights and societal control.
Prison Psychiatrists: The New Custodians
An exploration of the role of psychiatrists in prisons and their complicity in the oppressive nature of the prison system.
Cops: From Clubs to Couches
A discussion on the collaboration between police and mental health professionals in managing social unrest.
NYU - NY Times: What News and the Times is Fit to Print?
A critique of the New York Times' editorial stance on the appointment of Dr. Ivan Bennett at NYU amidst student protests.
Out of the Stirrups: Women's Liberation and the Women's Health Collective
A report on the Women's Health Collective's protest at the Sixth World Congress of Gynaecology and Obstetrics.
Who Benefits From the American Drug Culture?
This editorial critiques the societal and political responses to drug addiction, particularly focusing on the racial and economic disparities in treatment and enforcement.
History of Drug Laws
An analysis of the evolution of drug laws in the United States, highlighting the impact of societal attitudes and political agendas on addiction treatment and enforcement.
NYC Drug Treatment Hustle
This article examines the drug treatment industry in New York City, critiquing its effectiveness and the disparity between funding and actual treatment outcomes.
Nixon: Narc of the World
An exploration of President Nixon's drug policy initiatives and their implications for international narcotics control and domestic enforcement.
Methadone or Therapy?
A comparative analysis of methadone maintenance and therapeutic community approaches to treating addiction, discussing their respective benefits and drawbacks.
Copping Profit From Drugs
This article discusses the dynamics of drug-related crime in urban communities, emphasizing the role of law enforcement and the socioeconomic factors at play.
The Changing Face of the Addict
An examination of the demographic shifts in addiction patterns in the U.S., particularly focusing on the increasing prevalence among different racial and socioeconomic groups.
Two Treatments: Methadone vs. Therapeutic Communities
A critical look at the two primary approaches to treating addiction, highlighting their philosophical differences and practical outcomes.
What Course Health Workers
The article discusses the importance of unionization for hospital workers and its potential impact on the health movement.
Hospital Unions: A Long Time Coming
This piece examines the history and current state of hospital unionization in the U.S., highlighting the challenges and successes faced by workers.
Local 1199: Where is it Leading?
The article evaluates the role of Local 1199 in the labor movement and its effectiveness in advocating for hospital workers.
NYC Strike Settlement
This report covers the recent contract negotiations and settlement reached by Local 1199 with hospital management in New York City.
Where There is No Union
The article discusses the emerging worker movements in hospitals across the U.S. and the challenges they face in organizing.
The Lessons of the San Francisco Hospital Strike
This analysis reflects on the San Francisco General Hospital strike, its implications for labor movements, and the need for community involvement.
Editorial: Professionalism and Its Discontents
This editorial critiques the concept of professionalism in health education, arguing that it perpetuates elitism and unaccountability among health professionals.
Student AMA
The article examines the role and influence of the Student American Medical Association (SAMA) in shaping medical students' experiences and perspectives.
Nursing Education: Teach the Woman to Know Her Place
This piece discusses how nursing education reinforces traditional gender roles and discourages initiative among nursing students.
Social Workers: Keeping the Pieces Together
The article critiques the role of social workers in health settings, highlighting their limited effectiveness in advocating for patients within a flawed system.
Bronx Community Wants Control
This report details the community's efforts to gain control over Lincoln Hospital, emphasizing the disparities in health services in the Bronx.
Empire Roundup: Caught in the Squeeze
This article discusses the struggles of community and worker groups against medical empires, particularly focusing on the situation at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx.
Lower East Side
The article highlights the community's response to health issues and the insurgent forces consolidating around health services in the Lower East Side of New York.
Upper East Side
This piece examines the dynamics between New York Medical College and Mount Sinai Medical Center in addressing community health needs in East Harlem.
Downstate
The article critiques the Downstate Medical Center's approach to patient care and its relationship with the surrounding Brooklyn community.
Columbia
This article discusses the challenges faced by Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in addressing community health needs and the opposition it faces from local groups.
Air Pollution Takes Its Toll
The article reports on a strike by New York City's Bridge and Tunnel officers protesting unhealthy air quality in tunnels.
Hidden Persuaders: New York City's Health Consultants
This piece investigates the growing reliance of New York City on private consulting firms for health planning and the implications for public accountability.
Correction
The article corrects previous omissions and errors in a chart on medical and nursing school admissions.
We'll Put You on the Waiting List
The article critiques New York City's health system's failure to adequately provide abortion services and treatment for drug addiction, highlighting the conflicts between public and private healthcare interests.
United Harlem Drug Fighters: 'We Stand'
This piece details the actions of the United Harlem Drug Fighters, a community group that successfully demanded the establishment of a drug detoxification program at Harlem Hospital.
How to Fail in Three Easy Lessons
This editorial critiques the failures of health reform initiatives in New York City, particularly focusing on the Harvard Community Health Plan and the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation.
Harvard Health Plan Blushes Crimson
The article examines the Harvard Community Health Plan's struggles and shortcomings in its first year of operation, highlighting issues with enrollment and service delivery.
Lincoln: Saga of Assassinations
This piece discusses the community and worker control struggles at Lincoln Hospital, focusing on the firing and rehiring of the Chief of Pediatrics amid allegations of racism and radical politics.
NYC Launches Lead Balloon
The article critiques the New York City Bureau of Lead Poisoning Control's ineffective lead detection program and its failure to address the broader lead poisoning crisis.
Corporation: Salvage Job Sinks in the Red
This report details the financial crisis facing New York City's Health and Hospitals Corporation, highlighting its failure to collect outstanding bills and manage its budget effectively.
Preventing Preventive Medicine
The article discusses the impact of budget cuts on preventive medicine services in New York City, particularly affecting the poor and marginalized populations.
Health Delivery Institutions
This article provides a comprehensive overview of various classifications and types of health delivery institutions, including public, private, and proprietary hospitals.
Health Education Institutions
The piece discusses the evolution and structure of health education institutions, including medical and nursing schools, and their impact on health service delivery.
Doctors and Their Associations
This article examines the role of doctors and their associations in shaping health policy and the challenges they face in the current health system.
Health Financing Institutions
The article outlines the various health financing institutions, including government programs and private insurance, and their influence on healthcare access and costs.
Governmental Agencies
This piece details the roles of federal, state, and local governmental agencies in regulating and financing health services.
Health Products Industry
The article discusses the health products industry, highlighting trends in integration and the relationship between health products companies and health delivery institutions.
Health Workers and Their Organizations
This article explores the growing power and organization of health workers, including nurses and technicians, within the healthcare system.
Libraries, General Reading, Organizations
The piece provides resources for research in health policy, including libraries, reading materials, and organizations that focus on health issues.
The Blues Try To Shake It
The article discusses the public scrutiny and legal challenges faced by Blue Cross amid rising health care costs and calls for national health insurance.
I'll Huff And I'll Puff And I'll Blow Your House Down
The article covers the impending closure of Irvington House's patient services and the community's response to preserve it.
St. Vincent's Hospital: Up Against The Community
The article examines the legal action taken by the Ambulatory Care Advisory Committee against St. Vincent's Hospital for financial transparency.
San Francisco: Striking Out For Patient Care
The article details the strike by interns at San Francisco General Hospital demanding better patient care and working conditions.
Staten Island: Struggle For Community Hospital
The article discusses the community rally for a new hospital on Staten Island in response to the closure of Marine Hospital.
The Columbia 33
The article reports on the firing of 33 workers at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital and the subsequent protests from the community.
Vietnam Devastation
The article details the extensive destruction and human suffering caused by the Vietnam War, focusing on civilian casualties and the deliberate targeting of non-combatants.
Vietnam Veterans
This piece discusses the challenges faced by Vietnam veterans, including physical and psychological injuries, and the inadequacies of the Veterans Administration in providing care.
Anti War Activities
The article highlights various anti-war initiatives and the mobilization of health workers against the Vietnam War, emphasizing the impact on healthcare services.
Bringing It All Back Home
This article examines the health risks faced by workers in war-related industries and the long-term effects of chemical exposure.
Health Care A Disgrace
The article critiques the Veterans Administration's failure to adequately care for Vietnam veterans, detailing systemic issues and patient experiences.
Undeclared Victims
This piece discusses the psychological impact of the Vietnam War on soldiers, including drug addiction and mental health issues.
Medical Activism in the Military
The article covers the growing activism among medical professionals in the military against the Vietnam War and the doctor draft.
Coney Island Hospital: A Case Study in the Politics of Health
This report analyzes the political dynamics and decision-making processes at Coney Island Hospital, offering recommendations for improved healthcare delivery.
New York's Budget Crisis
The article outlines the severe budget cuts affecting health and welfare services in New York, detailing the impact on municipal hospitals and state programs.
Rich Is Poor - Less Is More
This piece discusses the fiscal crisis in New York State, highlighting the disproportionate tax burden on wage earners compared to businesses.
The Taxman Cometh
An analysis of various forms of taxation in the U.S., discussing their regressive nature and the impact on low-income families.
Medical Harassment
The article recounts the experiences of Gary Gianninato, a Navy medic who faced ethical dilemmas and harassment while serving in Vietnam.
Fighting Cutbacks
This article examines the responses of various unions to budget cuts affecting public employees and health services in New York.
Foundations
The piece critiques the establishment of medical foundations by county medical societies as a means to maintain control over healthcare amidst rising pressures for reform.
Cincinnati: Bush League Empire
An exploration of Cincinnati's health resources and the disparities faced by its marginalized communities.
Chronic Crisis
A detailed account of the health care crisis in Cincinnati, highlighting the struggles of community health initiatives.
Zavon, Shell and Lead
An investigation into the controversies surrounding lead poisoning and the role of health officials in Cincinnati.
The United Mine Workers
A historical overview of the United Mine Workers and their impact on health and safety in the coal industry.
Cleveland's Health Establishment
An analysis of the health care system in Cleveland and its connections to the city's economic and social elite.
The American Health Empire: Power, Politics, and Profits
A report examining the intersection of power, politics, and profit within the American health care system.
Free Clinics
An analysis of the growth and impact of free clinics in the U.S. healthcare system, highlighting their principles and challenges.
Network Clinics
A report on the role of patient advocates in free clinics and their influence on patient care and clinic operations.
What Does It Cost to Be Free?
A discussion on the financial sustainability and operational challenges faced by free clinics in providing healthcare services.
Political Effects
An examination of the political implications of the Free Clinic Movement and its impact on community health activism.
Women's Clinics
Exploration of the emergence of women's free clinics as a response to sexism in traditional healthcare settings.
Funding Medical Education
The article examines the implications of the Health Professions Educational Assistance Amendments of 1971 on medical education funding and the distribution of health personnel.
Attica: Murder by Omission
This piece discusses the inadequate medical care at Attica Prison and the systemic failures that led to the deaths of inmates during and after the rebellion.
Goodbye, Columbus
The article details the struggle of residents against Columbus Hospital's expansion plans that threaten their homes and community.
Taking Health Care Out of Politics
This article critiques the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation's management and its impact on public hospital services.
Corporation Thinks HMO
The article discusses the Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) initiative under Nixon's administration and its implications for health care delivery.
Letters
A collection of letters discussing the viability and challenges of free clinics as alternative health care institutions.
Institutional Organizing
The article discusses the evolution of institutional organizing within the health system, emphasizing the role of workers in achieving community control.
Emancipation of Lincoln
This piece highlights the struggles and conditions faced by Lincoln Hospital in the South Bronx, detailing the community's fight for better health services.
The Actors
The article outlines the various groups involved in the struggle for control at Lincoln Hospital, including the medical school, worker groups, and community organizations.
History
A historical overview of the events at Lincoln Hospital, detailing key moments in the struggle for community-worker control.
Community-Worker Control
The article discusses the ongoing struggle for community-worker control at Lincoln Hospital and the implications for health care delivery.
HRUM: A Strategy for Creating Space
This piece examines the Health Revolutionary Unity Movement's efforts to build political awareness among health workers at Lincoln Hospital.
Community Medical Corps
The article describes the establishment of the Community Medical Corps, which aimed to provide health screenings and services in the South Bronx.
Earlier Lincoln Stories
A list of previous articles detailing events at Lincoln Hospital, providing context for the current struggles.
The Selling of the Free Clinics
This article critiques the National Free Clinic Council's conference and its implications for the future of free clinics in America.
Tremors at San Francisco General
The article discusses the struggles for improved patient care at San Francisco General Hospital amidst bureaucratic challenges and community activism.
Indignant Protest That Health-PAC Too Easy
A letter expressing outrage over the Health and Hospitals Corporation's failures and the lack of community accountability.
Women as Patients
This article explores the unique relationship women have with the health system, focusing on their medical needs and the historical context of women's health issues.
Women as Workers
The article discusses the dual oppression faced by women working in the health system, highlighting their roles and the challenges they encounter.
Women Struggle with the Health System
This piece details how women are increasingly becoming aware of their rights within the health system and organizing to demand better care and services.
The Birth Controllers
The article traces the development of the birth control movement in the U.S., examining the roles of various interest groups involved.
Half of Brooklyn Descends on Methodist
This article describes the activism of a women's group in Brooklyn as they confront the local hospital about its inadequate health services.
Health: Women's Work
The article discusses the predominance of women in the health workforce and the implications of gender disparities in wages and job roles.
Hospital Construction
This article examines the changing landscape of hospital construction financing, highlighting the roles of philanthropy, government grants, and self-financing.
Save Our Homes
The article discusses the impact of hospital expansion on local communities in New York City, focusing on tenant evictions and community opposition.
Utilization
This piece critiques the underutilization of city hospitals in New York, exploring the implications of hospital affiliations and patient care.
The Warped Board
The article analyzes the Health and Hospitals Corporation's management issues and the implications of recent audits on public health care.
The Politics of Health Care: A Bibliography
This annotated bibliography provides a collection of readings on various topics related to health care politics and community control.
Editorial: Health Centers Reborn
This editorial discusses the historical context and challenges faced by neighborhood health centers in the 1960s.
NENA: Community Control in a Bind
This article examines the NENA Health Center's struggles and achievements in providing community-controlled health services in New York's Lower East Side.
The Politics of Health Care: A Bibliography
An annotated bibliography covering various topics related to power dynamics in the health system and strategies for change.
The Long and Short of Medicaid Mills
This article examines the emergence and implications of Medicaid mills in New York City, highlighting the challenges and realities faced by patients and practitioners.
Ghetto Medicine
The article critiques the Ghetto Medicine Program in New York City, detailing its failures and the exploitation of public funds by private hospitals.
HMOs: Corporate Cures?
This piece discusses the rise of Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) under the Nixon administration, analyzing their potential impact on healthcare delivery and financing.
Letters
A response from the Half of Brooklyn Women's Health Collective addressing inaccuracies in a previous article about their community hospital project.
News Briefs
A collection of brief updates on various health policy issues, including Medicaid changes and hospital regulations.
Editorial: The Occupational Health Establishment
This editorial discusses the inadequacies of the occupational health establishment in addressing workplace safety and health issues.
History and Overview
The article provides a historical perspective on workplace safety and health issues in the United States.
The Establishment
An analysis of the various organizations and entities that make up the occupational health establishment and their roles.
The Law: OSHA
This article examines the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and its implications for worker safety.
Byssinosis
A detailed look at byssinosis, a respiratory disease affecting textile workers, and the political and health implications surrounding it.
Letters
A collection of letters from readers discussing various topics related to health care and nursing.
Your Health Care in Crisis
A special report analyzing the systemic issues in the health care system that hinder access to quality care for Americans.
Medical School Proposals
This article explores various proposals for establishing a new medical school in New York City, highlighting their different emphases and political forces.
Health Insurance Plan
An analysis of the Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP) and its ongoing financial struggles, including the implications for subscribers and the health care system.
News Briefs
A collection of brief news items covering various health-related issues, including labor disputes and health care developments.
Witches, Midwives and Nurses: A History of Women Healers
An illustrated pamphlet discussing the historical suppression of women healers and the rise of the male-dominated medical profession.
Licensure: The Point at Which Government Steps In
This article explores the historical development of licensure in health professions and its implications for workers seeking economic security.
The Sorcerer's Apprentice: The Physician Assistant
The article discusses the emergence of the physician assistant role, its implications for healthcare delivery, and the ongoing debates surrounding its necessity and effectiveness.
Ms. Nightingale, R.N. Meets Mr. Osler, P.A.
This piece examines the conflict between nursing and the physician assistant role, highlighting issues of control and professional identity within healthcare.
The Politics of Mental Retardation
This article examines the historical and social perspectives on mental retardation, highlighting the issues of institutionalization and community resources.
Willowbrook: From Agony to Action
The article discusses the conditions at Willowbrook State School and the activism that arose in response to the neglect and abuse faced by residents.
Letters to the Editor
A collection of letters addressing various criticisms and issues related to health policies and practices.
News Briefs
Short updates on various health-related news, including acupuncture regulations and blood bank labeling.
Evaluation of Community Involvement in Community Mental Health Centers
An analysis of community mental health centers and how they engage with the community, revealing manipulation and neglect.
Doctors and Foundations
The article examines the evolving role of medical foundations in the healthcare system and their impact on private practice physicians.
The Vanguard of the Rearguard
This piece discusses the rapid growth of medical foundations across the U.S. and their implications for healthcare delivery.
Foundations in Action: The Medi-Cal Market
The article explores the role of foundations in California's Medi-Cal program and their effects on healthcare delivery.
Quality of Care: Abortion Will Now Become Another Medical Procedure
The article analyzes the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision on abortion and its effects on women's health services.
PSRO's
This article discusses the establishment of Professional Standards Review Organizations (PSROs) and their intended role in overseeing Medicare and Medicaid services.
Letters
A letter to the editor discussing the quality of articles published in Health-PAC and providing feedback on specific pieces.
Your Job or Your Life
This editorial discusses the health risks associated with asbestos exposure and the lack of adequate protections for workers in the industry.
Corporate Cancer
An analysis of the Johns Manville Corporation's practices and the health implications of asbestos exposure for its workers.
Asbestos
A detailed overview of asbestos as a mineral, its uses, and the health risks associated with its exposure.
The Death Toll
A statistical analysis of the observed and expected deaths among workers at the Manville plant due to asbestos exposure.
Science for Sale
This article critiques the influence of the asbestos industry on research and regulatory standards regarding asbestos exposure.
Health vs. Jobs
An exploration of the conflict between occupational health and job security for workers exposed to asbestos.
News Briefs
A collection of brief updates on various health and safety issues affecting workers.
Letters
A selection of letters from readers discussing various health and labor issues.
Turning Point for Public Hospitals
The article discusses the financial struggles and potential closures of public hospitals in the U.S., particularly in California, due to Medicaid cutbacks and the pressures from private hospitals.
Dismantling California's County Hospitals
This piece examines the ongoing struggles and closures of county hospitals in California, highlighting the impact on low-income patients and the shifting responsibilities of local governments.
Medicaid: The Fading of a Dream
The article critiques the Medicaid program's failures to provide adequate health care for low-income individuals, detailing the bureaucratic challenges and cutbacks that have emerged since its inception.
A Corporation for San Francisco General?
This article explores the proposal to transform San Francisco General Hospital into a quasi-public corporation, discussing the implications for patient care and community involvement.
Federal Health Policy at the Crossroads
This editorial critiques Richard Nixon's proposed cuts to federal health programs and discusses the implications for the health movement.
Federal Health Cutbacks
An analysis of the broader implications of Nixon's budget cuts on federal health spending and the potential consequences for health care delivery.
Megamorphosis
An overview of the Nixon Administration's plans to reorganize the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW) and the implications for health policy.
Tightening the Ranks
An analysis of the personnel changes within HEW and the implications for health policy under Nixon's administration.
What Happened to NHI?
A report on the current status of national health insurance proposals and the political landscape affecting their passage.
Cutbacks in the Bronx
This article examines the impact of federal health budget cuts on health institutions in the Bronx, highlighting the challenges faced by community health centers.
The Cuts in a Microcosm
A detailed look at the impact of Nixon's health budget cuts on specific health programs and institutions in the Bronx.
Another We Told You So
A report on the findings of a survey of university medical center administrators regarding their missions and the state of health care delivery.
Boston Loses Control
An overview of the transfer of control of Boston City Hospital to Boston University and the implications for community health care.
Prison Health
This editorial discusses the challenges and necessary reforms in prison health care, emphasizing the need for separation between security and health care responsibilities.
Medicine Behind Bars
The article explores the systemic issues of health care in prisons, highlighting the parallels between community health care and prison health care.
New York City
This report details the health care reforms implemented in New York City's prison system, focusing on the Health Services Administration's efforts to improve conditions.
San Francisco
The article discusses the establishment of community-based health programs in San Francisco's prisons and their impact on inmate health care.
Violence Center
This piece critiques the proposed Violence Center at UCLA, raising concerns about its focus on biological causes of violence and potential psychosurgery.
Public Hospitals: Going, Going, Gone
This editorial discusses the privatization of public hospitals and the implications for public health care.
Bellevue Hospital: Growing Up Absurd
An analysis of the transformation of Bellevue Hospital and its relationship with private medical institutions.
As the Nation Goes, So Goes Boston
A report on the budget cuts at Boston City Hospital and the impact on healthcare for low-income residents.
Hospital Positions
A brief overview of staffing needs and recruitment efforts at various hospitals, including Cook County and Lincoln Hospital.
The Tunnels That Bind
This article examines the political dynamics surrounding the affiliation of the North Central Bronx Hospital with Montefiore Hospital and the implications for public health services.
Letter to Our Readers
The Health / PAC Bulletin introduces its new format and solicits reader engagement and contributions.
Death of a Hospital
The closure of a public hospital in Santa Cruz County highlights the financial pressures exerted by private hospitals on public health systems.
Media Scan
A review of the September 1973 issue of Scientific American, focusing on its articles related to health care and the implications of research priorities.
Vital Signs
An overview of recent developments in health policy, including budget cuts and the establishment of Health Maintenance Organizations.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the White House
Senator Edward Kennedy's retreat from the Health Security Act and the introduction of a more limited National Health Insurance Program.
Patient Dumping: Privates Pick Public Patients
The practice of patient dumping highlights the disparities in healthcare access between private and public hospitals.
Medicaid Mills: Ping Pong Rebounds
An examination of the issues surrounding Medicaid clinics in New York City and the challenges faced by patients.
Media Scan: Marcus Welby et al.
A critique of television medical shows and their portrayal of healthcare and medical professionals.
Peer Review
A letter addressing concerns about advocacy journalism and its reliance on conjecture rather than facts.
Vital Signs: Midas Touch in Reverse
An overview of the financial troubles faced by the Cedars of Lebanon Hospital in Miami.
RN's Strike: Between The Lines
The article details the militant actions taken by registered nurses in the San Francisco Bay area during their strike for better working conditions and patient care.
Dear Dr. Pomrinse: Next Time, I'll Go To Bellevue
A nurse shares her troubling experiences as a patient at Mt. Sinai Hospital, highlighting issues of care and communication.
Media Scan: Blue Cross: What Went Wrong?
Sylvia Law critiques the operations of Blue Cross, arguing that it primarily serves as a financing arm for hospitals rather than protecting patients.
Vital Signs
A collection of brief news items covering various issues in the health sector, including hospital scandals and legislative updates.
Women Fit to Be Tied
The article examines the systematic and widespread abuse of sterilization practices in the U.S. healthcare system, particularly affecting women.
Bigger Pie Smaller Pieces
This article discusses the growth of health workers in the U.S. and how it has outpaced other industries, highlighting the changing dynamics of the health labor force.
Psychoanalysis and Feminism
Juliet Mitchell critiques the intersection of psychoanalysis and feminist theory, exploring the implications of male-dominated cultural processes on women's oppression.
Vital Signs
This section provides key statistics and insights into U.S. health expenditures for Fiscal Year 1974, including spending trends and proposed budget cuts.
If At First You Don't Succeed...
An analysis of the National Health Planning and Resources Development Act of 1974 and its challenges in implementing national health insurance.
Health Care Politics: Ideological and Interest Group Barriers to Reform
A review of Robert R. Alford's work on the structural interests that hinder health care reform in the U.S.
Malpractice: Impact in California
A letter discussing the implications of malpractice issues and the economic pressures on medical professionals.
Vital Signs
A collection of brief news items related to health care, including discussions on health costs and regulations.
Disaster in Plastic: The Vinyl Chloride Coverup
A plastics industry coverup finally unravels after many workers die, highlighting the struggles of Goodyear workers in Niagara Falls.
Workers' Compensation: Preventive Care for Industry
An analysis of how workers' compensation programs were enacted to benefit industry rather than workers, often leading to inadequate care for injured employees.
Peer Review
A letter addressing concerns about the integrity of asbestos research and the influence of industry funding on scientific findings.
Vital Signs: Your Job or Your Fertility
The impact of hazardous work environments on women's reproductive health, exemplified by the case of a woman forced to sterilize herself to keep her job.
Swine Flu: Boo!
The article critiques the nationwide swine flu vaccination program, highlighting its rushed implementation and the doubts raised by scientists about its effectiveness.
Notes From NYC's Fiscal Crisis
This piece discusses the challenges faced by two new public hospitals in the Bronx amid New York City's fiscal crisis and the political implications of their funding.
Vital Signs
A brief overview of current health policy issues and developments affecting the healthcare landscape.
Medical School Sweepstakes: The Race Is Fixed
Despite small gains made in the late 1960s and early 1970s, minority students are increasingly underrepresented in US medical schools.
Medical Education Since Flexner: A Seventy Year Tracking Record
Although there are many more women and a few more minority students, the backgrounds of today's medical school enrollees are hardly distinguishable from that of their predecessors of a half century ago.
Costs, Congress and Czars
An analysis of the implications of President Carter's hospital cost containment program and its potential effects on healthcare delivery.
Freedom's Just Another Word for Having Time to Choose
The conflict between population control groups and those committed to patients' rights culminates in the approval of citywide sterilization guidelines.
A Little Sweetener for the Delaney Amendment
The controversy surrounding saccharin highlights the complexities of food additive regulations and the implications of the Delaney Amendment.
The Birth of the Clinic: An Archaeology of Medical Perception
Michel Foucault's analysis of medical experience in France from 1776 to 1816 reveals fundamental changes in the conception of disease.
Vital Signs
A collection of brief reports on various health-related issues, including the swine flu vaccine program and its implications.
Closing the Door on Nurses, New York Style
The article discusses the push by the New York State Nurses Association to require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree for Registered Nurses, highlighting the implications for the nursing profession.
Contracting for Emergencies: The Selling of Emergency Services in San Francisco
This piece examines the shift of emergency services in San Francisco from public hospitals to private providers and the implications for patient care.
What's Healthy for Business?
The article analyzes the influence of large employers on health policy and the implications for national health insurance.
Abortion: Cash Choice
This article discusses the impact of the Hyde Amendment on Medicaid funding for abortions and the implications for poor women seeking reproductive health services.
HHC: Out of the Spotlight and Onto the Scrapheap?
The article critiques the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation's management and its implications for public health services.
Work, Race and Health
This piece examines the disparities in occupational health risks faced by Black workers compared to their white counterparts.
Decarceration: Community Treatment of the Deviant - A Radical View
Andrew T. Scull's book review critiques the failures of deinstitutionalization in mental health care and the implications for community treatment.
Part of the Way with HSAs
This editorial discusses the potential and challenges of Health Systems Agencies (HSAs) in the U.S. health care system.
Vital Signs
This column highlights various health-related issues, including anti-professionalism and experimentation.
Is There a Doctor in the Shop?
A study examining the role and effectiveness of company doctors in Hudson County, New Jersey, particularly in relation to occupational health.
HSA LA: Operation Successful, Patient Dies
An account of the rise and fall of the Health Systems Agency of Los Angeles County, detailing political intrigue and corruption.
Not Waiting for Godot
This column discusses the political landscape surrounding national health insurance proposals and the challenges faced by health advocates.
HHC Kills Its Own
An analysis of the Health and Hospitals Corporation's plan to cut hospital beds and the implications for public health services in New York City.
Today Harrisburg, Tomorrow the World
A commentary on the health hazards of radiation exposure and the implications of the Three Mile Island incident.
Epilogue on Fetal Monitoring
A discussion on the recommendations regarding electronic fetal monitoring and its implications for low-risk birthing women.
The Fifth Column: Bohique: Puerto Ricans in the Behavioral Sciences
An overview of Bohique's objectives and a call for contributions to support Puerto Ricans in the behavioral sciences.
The Politics of Cancer
A review of Samuel S. Epstein's book that critiques the focus on curative rather than preventive measures in cancer treatment.
Double Indemnity: The Poverty of Affirmative Action in Medical School Entrance
This article examines the decline of affirmative action in health professional schools and its impact on minority enrollment.
Vital Signs
A roundup of recent developments and products in health care, including home health kits and their market potential.
Washington: CBC: What's Preventing a Health Politics?
A report on the Congressional Black Caucus's efforts and challenges in advocating for health policy reforms.
A National Voice for Women's Health Concerns
An overview of the National Women's Health Network's activities and advocacy for reproductive rights and health issues.
The Fifth Column: Two-Hat Troubles
An analysis of the challenges faced by independent nursing unions and their representation in the health care system.
Off to a Bad Start: The Obstetrical Experience of the Urban Poor
This article explores the childbirth experiences of low-income Hispanic women in East Harlem and their interactions with health services.
Human Experimentation: Adding Insult to Injury
The article discusses the ethical issues and abuses in human experimentation within medical research.
Vital Signs
This section highlights recent developments in the drug and medical supply industries, including mergers and financial strategies.
A Leak in the I.V. Market
This article discusses the competitive pressures and profit margins affecting the intravenous solution market.
Lab Kickbacks Continue
The article investigates ongoing issues of kickbacks in laboratory testing and the implications for health care costs.
EPA Issues Lead Standard
The article outlines the new EPA standard for lead in the air and its implications for public health.
Restrictions Slated on Foreign Nurses
This article discusses the upcoming restrictions on foreign nurses and the implications for health care staffing.
Class and Hypertension
The article explores the relationship between socioeconomic status and hypertension rates among different racial groups.
Blood: A Circular Story
The article critiques the commercialization of blood donation and the profit motives behind blood banks.
Nursing's Quest for Identity: In Whose Own Image
The piece examines the ongoing struggle within the nursing profession regarding licensure and educational standards.
Death Against Taxes
The article reflects on the political climate affecting health care funding and the implications for public health services.
Koch: How Not to Succeed While Really Trying
The article critiques Mayor Koch's handling of New York City's health care system and the implications for public hospitals.
HSAs and Cost Control: A Feather on the Cap?
Health Systems Agencies attempt to control costs without the power needed to do it.
The Fall and Fall of the NYCDOH
The article outlines the dynamics of the recent decline of the New York City Department of Health against the backdrop of its proud history.
Battle of the Budget
The Congressional budget process of 1979 is crawling forward with lowered expectations but some lobbying intentions to add-on.
Electronic Fetal Monitoring
The article discusses the risks and benefits of electronic fetal monitoring during childbirth.
Asbestos Disease in the Courts
The article covers the emerging legal battles surrounding asbestos-related diseases and the implications for workers.
Bringing the Chemical Warfare Back Home
The article discusses the environmental and health impacts of toxic waste and the public's response to hazardous materials.
NYC's Hospitals: Beyond Caring
The article examines the financial crisis facing New York City's hospitals and the implications for public health.
Nurses' Network Formed
The Nurses' Network has been established to serve as a focus for discussion toward a political agenda for activist nurses.
Cost Benefit - Analysis: The Regulation of Business or Scientific Pornography
This article critiques the chemical industry's push for deregulation and its implications for public health and safety.
Vital Signs
A summary of current health issues and trends affecting communities.
The Doctor Game
A review of a board game that simulates the experience of being a hospital intern.
Poor People Move to Cities
An analysis of the increasing concentration of poverty in urban areas and its implications for health services.
Health Advocates: Tinkerer or Tailor?
An exploration of the emerging role of health advocates in navigating the healthcare system.
Cost Benefit - Analysis Continued
A continuation of the discussion on the implications of cost benefit analysis in health and safety regulation.
Community Health in a Chicago Slum
John L. McKnight discusses the relationship between community organization and health outcomes in a Chicago neighborhood.
Can't Stop the Abuses
A critical look at the ongoing issues of sterilization abuse and the inadequacies of current guidelines.
Media Watch: The Deadly Fog - Agent Orange Update
An update on the health impacts of Agent Orange exposure among veterans and the response from federal agencies.
Notes & Comment
An editorial commentary discussing the implications of recent health policy changes and the role of private interests in healthcare.
Vital Signs
A report on the decline in OSHA inspections and enforcement actions, highlighting the impact on worker safety.
Public Hospitals in Private Hands
This article examines the trend of privatizing public hospitals and its implications for healthcare access and quality.
A (Non) Prescription for Trouble
This article critiques the increasing availability of over-the-counter drugs and the implications for consumer safety.
Let the Doctor Prescribe
A discussion on the potential consequences of making all medications available over the counter, emphasizing patient safety.
Let the Patient Decide
An argument for allowing patients to access medications without prescriptions, focusing on consumer empowerment.
It Ain't Necessarily So
This article critiques the assumptions surrounding prescription drug availability and its impact on healthcare costs.
The Fiscal Year 1983 Health Budget
An analysis of the proposed cuts to health programs in the Reagan administration's budget and their implications for public health.
Stress Test Failures
A critical examination of the effectiveness of exercise stress tests in predicting cardiovascular disease.
Editorial: Turning the Tide
The editorial discusses the challenges faced by progressive forces in the wake of the Reagan administration and the need for renewed activism.
Mental Health is Hard Work
The article explores the complex relationship between economic fluctuations and mental health, highlighting how downturns can affect individuals and families.
Diane Lacey Talks About Sydenham
Diane Lacey discusses her efforts to save Sydenham Hospital amidst political and community challenges.
Union Blues
The article covers the wildcat strike by registered nurses in New York City, highlighting their struggles for better pay and working conditions.
An Organizer Tells How It Can Be Done
A narrative of how nurses at St. Barnabas Medical Center organized for better contract negotiations and successfully struck for their demands.
The Boom-Bust Debate
The article discusses the relationship between economic cycles and mental health, examining various studies and their implications.
What Goes Around Comes Around
The article illustrates the impact of economic changes on community support systems and individual well-being through personal narratives.
This Work of Living
A personal reflection on the harsh realities of life for workers in industrial towns and the impact of occupational health issues.
OSHA - The Act and Its Performance
An analysis of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's effectiveness and the challenges it faces in regulating workplace safety.
OSHA - The Movement Speeds Up
A report on the growing labor movement advocating for stronger occupational health and safety standards.
The Benefit and the Doubt: Workers' Compensation in OSHA's First Decade
An exploration of the evolution and shortcomings of workers' compensation systems in the context of OSHA's establishment.
Du Pont - Better Living Through Chemistry
An investigative piece on Du Pont's safety record and the health risks faced by its workers due to exposure to hazardous chemicals.
A Talk With Tony Mazzocchi
Tony Mazzocchi discusses the challenges facing the health and safety movement and the impact of economic pressures on workers' rights.
A Factory Life Is More Than A Living
The article explores the health and safety issues faced by workers at Hooker Chemical Company during a strike over hazardous working conditions.
Killing Us Softly
Mark Kleiman critiques the Reagan Administration's cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, highlighting the detrimental effects on vulnerable populations.
Changing the View from the Mystic River Bridge
Matthew P. Dumont, M.D. reflects on the public health implications of lead exposure from bridge maintenance in Chelsea, Massachusetts.
Bad Blood: The Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment
Richard Younge reviews James Jones's book on the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment, examining its ethical implications and the systemic racism in healthcare.
Vital Signs
A report on the legislative efforts and community activism surrounding worker and community right-to-know laws.
Billions from Bandaids
An exploration of the medical equipment and supply industry, highlighting its growth and the implications for healthcare consumers.
Wound Watch
A commentary on the impact of healthcare cuts on vulnerable populations and the need for grassroots organizing.
X traneous - Rays
An analysis of the risks associated with routine dental x-rays and the importance of questioning their necessity.
Brown Lung Issues
A discussion on the health impacts of workplace exposure to hazardous materials and the need for better regulations.
The Reagan Revisionists
An examination of the changes in government publications regarding the health effects of Agent Orange.
America on the Mend
The article discusses the issues within the Medicare system and the private sector's role in escalating costs.
Look Out for Number One
This piece critiques the unethical practices within the medical supply industry, focusing on American Hospital Supply Corporation's rise to dominance.
No Golden Door
The article examines the lack of health care access for undocumented workers in the U.S. and the implications of government policies on their well-being.
Recap on Teeth
This article provides an overview of dental health, discussing various dental specialties and the importance of preventive care.
Letter from the Editor
An editorial discussing the publication's commitment to providing free information and resources to the community.
Breath of Death: The Asbestos Disaster Comes Home to Roost
This article examines the widespread health risks associated with asbestos exposure and the ongoing legal and social implications for victims.
Asbestos Compensation: Justice for Whom?
The article critiques two major asbestos compensation bills before Congress, highlighting their implications for workers' rights and corporate accountability.
Watch Your Mouth!
This column discusses the controversies surrounding fluoride use in dental care and its potential health risks.
Media Scan
A review of various health-related books and publications, highlighting their contributions to consumer health education.
Notes & Comment
A commentary on the proposed sale of McLean Hospital and its implications for health care services.
Capital Offense
An analysis of the impact of proposed capital expenditures by major hospitals in New York and the implications for health care planning.
Doing a Job on Right-to-Know Legislation
A discussion on the benefits and misconceptions surrounding right-to-know laws regarding environmental and occupational health.
Media Scan
A review of various publications and resources related to environmental health and safety activism.
Is Sleep Necessary?
An exploration of the biological and psychological aspects of sleep, including its necessity and effects on health.
So You're Looking for a Union
This article provides guidance for healthcare workers seeking to organize or join a union amidst challenging conditions in the workplace.
Have Housestaff Found a Home?
This piece discusses the challenges and developments in the housestaff movement, particularly focusing on organizing efforts and the need for a national federation.
The Great American Health Fortunes of 1983
This article examines the wealth accumulation of individuals in the healthcare industry and the implications of profit-driven healthcare.
OSHA Under Fire
The article highlights recent scandals involving the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, including allegations of favoritism and human experimentation.
CATCH - 22: How Budget Cuts Can Lead to Throwing the Baby Out with the Bathwater
This article reflects on the impact of budget cuts on community health programs, particularly the CATCH program, and the resulting challenges in patient care.
The Second Sickness: Contradictions of Capitalist Health Care
This review discusses Howard Waitzkin's analysis of the American health care system, emphasizing the contradictions and social injustices inherent in capitalist health care.
Pain and Plenty
Income polarization in the 1980s is affecting health access and outcomes in the U.S.
The FDA and The Contraceptive Sponge
The article examines the safety and efficacy concerns surrounding the Today contraceptive sponge.
A Talk With Ellen Silbergeld
Ellen Silbergeld discusses the challenges of risk assessment in environmental health under the Reagan Administration.
Science Under the Reagan Administration
The article critiques the impact of Reagan's policies on scientific research and funding.
The Impact of the 1982 Medi-Cal Reforms
The article analyzes the consequences of Medi-Cal reforms on healthcare access for low-income Californians.
Organizing Against VDT Hazards
The article discusses the efforts of workers to address health hazards associated with Video Display Terminals.
Losses in Profits
Louanne Kennedy examines how proprietary hospitals affect public and voluntary hospitals, leading to a decline in community health services.
The Base of the Iceberg
Gordon Schiff, Kari Angus, and Saholy Razafinarivo investigate outpatient dumping in Chicago, highlighting the challenges faced by patients in accessing care.
Future Shuck
Joe Feinglass reports on the Illinois Blue Cross - Blue Shield Symposium, discussing the implications of health care competition and the future of Medicare.
Media Scan
A review of various books and articles addressing the intersection of health, environment, and community activism.
Workers at Risk: Voices from the Workplace
Dorothy Nelkin and Michael S. Brown compile interviews with workers discussing occupational health and safety issues.
No More Hot Flashes and Other Good News
Judith Sackoff reviews Dr. Penny Wise Budoff's book on the health concerns of older women, focusing on menopause and hormone replacement therapy.
Not In Our Genes
A critical examination of biological determinism and its implications for social justice by Richard C. Lewontin, Steven Rose, and Leon J. Kamin.
AIDS: The Impending Quarantine
Concerns about confidentiality and public health policies regarding AIDS are discussed, highlighting the potential for civil rights erosion.
Small Opportunities, Deep Pitfalls: Occupational Health in Local Health Departments
The article examines the challenges and limitations faced by local health departments in addressing occupational health issues.
The Sickness That Won't Heal: Health Care for the Nation's Homeless
This piece explores the health care challenges faced by the homeless population in America, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support.
Fighting Back Against The Empires: Hospital Construction in New York City
This four-part series examines the politics and implications of hospital construction in New York City, focusing on community needs and regulatory processes.
South Carolina's Medically Indigent Assistance Program
The article discusses the challenges and implications of South Carolina's new program aimed at providing medical assistance to the indigent population.
Saving Money, Losing Lives: Lead Poisoning and Public Policy
This article highlights the public health crisis of lead poisoning in children and critiques the failures of public policy to address the issue effectively.
The Great American Health Fortunes, 1984
An exploration of the wealth accumulated by key players in the health care industry during 1984, highlighting the intersection of health care and finance.
The Massacre of MASSCARE
David A. Danielson and Susan Abrams critique the health insurance plan proposed by Governor Michael Dukakis and recount the uproar that followed its introduction into the Massachusetts legislature.
Anatomy of a National Health Program
Leonard S. Rodberg reviews the objectives of the Dellums bill and its relevance to current health care issues.
Holding the Line
Lance Compa discusses the resurgence of the occupational safety and health movement and its significance for labor unions.
The Clash over Quackery
Ronald L. Caplan warns that anti-quackery legislation may threaten alternative health care practices.
Uncle Sam Promotes the Marlboro Man
Elise and David Ray Papke detail how the Reagan administration pressured Taiwan to import American cigarettes, impacting public health.
Vital Signs
Short pieces on various health topics including the CDC's AIDS brochure and radium contamination.
Body English
Arthur Levin questions the wisdom of cholesterol screening and its implications for public health.
Watching Washington
Barbara Berney assesses the implications of the new right know-to legislation for public health.
Speaking of Health and Medicine
Quentin Young suggests that doctors may be valuable allies in the struggle for universal health care.
Know News
Nicholas Freudenberg presents a speculative view on the future of health education.
Frozen in Ice: Federal Health Policy During the Reagan Years
Geraldine Dallek reviews the Reagan administration's record on health care and its impact on the poor and elderly.
Refuting Arguments Against a National Health Program
Vicente Navarro analyzes counterarguments against a national health program and advocates for its necessity.
Aiming So Low We Hit Our Own Feet: The Limits of Incrementalism
David U. Himmelstein and Steffie Woolhandler argue against incremental approaches to health care reform, advocating for a national health program.
Budget Crisis at Pine Ridge: An Indian Reservation Struggles for Decent Care
Joshua Lipsman recounts how mismanagement is threatening the health of an American Indian reservation.
Vital Signs
A summary of the candidates' positions on AIDS, needle exchange, and Massachusetts universal insurance legislation.
Home Is Where the Patients Are: New York's Home Care Workers' Contract Victory
Barbara Caress details the contract victory of New York City's home care workers and the ongoing struggles they face.
Ordered to Care: Demystifying Nursing's Dilemma
Patricia Moccia reviews Susan Reverby's book on the historical challenges faced by nurses in balancing care and self-preservation.
Nursing and Caring: Lessons from History
An interview with Susan Reverby discussing her experiences and insights on nursing history and its implications for the present.
People Power vs. the Almighty Dollar: How Democratic Management Can Help Transform the HMO's
Harry Krulewitch argues for democratic management in health care as a solution to the issues faced by HMOs.
South Africa's Reign of Terror
Mervyn Susser reports on the devastating impact of South African policies on health care and the lives of the Mozambican people.
Watching Washington
Barbara Berney discusses the implications of waste management policies and their impact on health and the environment.
Letters
A collection of letters from readers addressing various topics related to health policy and practice.
The Kowalski Case: A Struggle for Gay and Disability Rights
The article details the legal and medical struggles faced by Sharon Kowalski and her partner Karen Thompson, highlighting issues of prejudice and the fight for rights within the gay and disability communities.
I'll Be an Activist for the Rest of My Life
An interview with Karen Thompson, who became an activist for the rights of her disabled partner, Sharon Kowalski, discussing her journey and the importance of advocacy.
Taking Control in Our Own Backyards
An interview with Lois Gibbs, a leader in the anti-toxics movement, discussing grassroots activism and environmental issues.
Bush, the Born Again - Environmentalist
The article critiques President George Bush's environmental policies and the implications of his administration's approach to ecological issues.
Bush's Budget and the Babies: Broken Promises for Health Care
The article analyzes President Bush's budget proposals and their impact on health care for children and pregnant women, highlighting significant shortcomings.
Vital Signs
A roundup of health care news, including updates on the British NHS and anti-abortion movements.
Toward Solomon's Mountain
A selection of poems reflecting the experiences of disabled individuals, showcasing their voices and perspectives.
An Epidemic of Violence: Medical Rights Abuses in the West Bank and Gaza Strip
This special issue focuses on the medical rights abuses occurring in the West Bank and Gaza Strip amidst the ongoing conflict.
Why We Went to Israel
Jonathan Fine of Physicians for Human Rights explains the organization's motivations for monitoring medical abuses in the occupied territories.
The Casualties of Conflict
Excerpts from the Physicians for Human Rights' report detailing medical care and human rights violations in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
...And the Violence Continues
H. Jack Geiger reflects on the ongoing violence and its implications for human rights in the region.
The Israeli Government Responds
An excerpt from the Israeli government's response to the Physicians for Human Rights' report, critiquing its findings.
Despite Our Differences: Israeli and Palestinian Physicians Organize
Ruhama Marton describes the collaborative efforts of Israeli and Palestinian doctors to address medical rights abuses.
Health Care Under Occupation
Moustafa Barghouthi discusses the challenges faced by Palestinian health care workers under Israeli occupation.
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Gail Pressberg provides historical context for the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
Vital Signs
A report on labor struggles related to health care issues, highlighting the efforts of Local 1199 and CWA.