Summary
The December 1969 issue of HealthPAC focuses on the struggle for community control over health services, particularly in the context of mental health facilities in New York City. It highlights the challenges faced by local residents, particularly Black and Puerto Rican communities in Washington Heights, against the established power of institutions like Columbia University and the Department of Mental Health. The issue critiques the top-down planning approach that often excludes community voices and emphasizes the need for grassroots involvement in decision-making processes. The editorial stresses that true community control is essential for addressing the social determinants of health and ensuring that services meet the actual needs of the community.
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This editorial discusses the challenges of community control in health services and the systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations.
unsigned
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.
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.
unsigned
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