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Jun 1968 · #1

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Summary

The inaugural issue of HealthPAC Bulletin critiques the disastrous Affiliation Plan for New York City hospitals, emphasizing the need for public accountability and community control over health services. It highlights the failures of the private health establishment and calls for a revitalization of municipal hospitals to better serve the medically needy. The issue also discusses Governor Rockefeller's proposed health insurance plan, which critics argue would benefit private insurers at the expense of the poor. The editorial stresses the importance of community involvement in health decision-making and the urgent need for comprehensive health planning in the face of Medicaid cutbacks.

Topics

public-hospitalshealth-planningmedicaidaccess-to-carecommunity-controlcommunity-organizinghealthcare-as-rightfor-profit-medicineinsurance-industryquality-of-carehealth-activism

Articles · 4

p. 1–2
This editorial critiques the affiliation plan for New York City hospitals, arguing for greater public accountability and community action in health services.
p. 1–2
The article discusses Governor Rockefeller's proposed compulsory health insurance plan and its implications for the working poor and medically needy.
p. 4–6
This piece compares the Burlage Report and the Piel Report, highlighting their differing perspectives on the restructuring of New York City's health services.
p. 7–8
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.

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