Summary
The October 1972 issue of HealthPAC Bulletin focuses on the urgent need for a new public medical school in New York City, emphasizing the crisis facing the municipal hospital system. It discusses various proposals, including the Medical School of the City University of New York (MSCUNY), which aims to address urban health issues and train community practitioners. The issue highlights the importance of grassroots support for these initiatives, as existing affiliations with private hospitals have led to a decline in the quality of care at municipal facilities. The editorial stresses the necessity of public accountability and the potential for a new medical school to reshape healthcare delivery in the city.
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This article explores various proposals for establishing a new medical school in New York City, highlighting their different emphases and political forces.
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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.
A collection of brief news items covering various health-related issues, including labor disputes and health care developments.
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An illustrated pamphlet discussing the historical suppression of women healers and the rise of the male-dominated medical profession.
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