Summary
This issue of HealthPAC Bulletin focuses on the challenges of affirmative action in medical schools, particularly in light of the Bakke v. Regents of the University of California case. It highlights the stagnation of minority enrollment in health professional schools and critiques the ineffective measures taken to promote diversity. Additionally, the issue discusses the obstetrical experiences of urban poor women in East Harlem, emphasizing the alienation they face within the healthcare system. The publication also touches on the rise of home health testing kits and their implications for patient autonomy in healthcare.
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Articles · 6
This article examines the decline of affirmative action in health professional schools and its impact on minority enrollment.
A roundup of recent developments and products in health care, including home health kits and their market potential.
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A report on the Congressional Black Caucus's efforts and challenges in advocating for health policy reforms.
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An overview of the National Women's Health Network's activities and advocacy for reproductive rights and health issues.
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An analysis of the challenges faced by independent nursing unions and their representation in the health care system.
This article explores the childbirth experiences of low-income Hispanic women in East Harlem and their interactions with health services.
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