Summary
The May–June 1984 issue of HealthPAC Bulletin highlights the struggles of health care workers and marginalized communities, particularly focusing on the plight of Guatemalan refugees in Chiapas, Mexico, who face severe health and safety challenges. Notable articles discuss the potential for a local housestaff union to succeed and the ongoing issues with OSHA under the Reagan administration, including scandals related to workplace safety. The issue also features updates from the National Black Women's Health Project, emphasizing the need for holistic prenatal care for poor women in Georgia. The political context includes a reflection on the 15th anniversary of HealthPAC, celebrating the intersection of health and civil rights activism.
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Articles · 6
This article provides guidance for healthcare workers seeking to organize or join a union amidst challenging conditions in the workplace.
This piece discusses the challenges and developments in the housestaff movement, particularly focusing on organizing efforts and the need for a national federation.
This article examines the wealth accumulation of individuals in the healthcare industry and the implications of profit-driven healthcare.
The article highlights recent scandals involving the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, including allegations of favoritism and human experimentation.
This article reflects on the impact of budget cuts on community health programs, particularly the CATCH program, and the resulting challenges in patient 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.
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