The Community Health Problem (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Athel Campbell Burnham

 
9780266373957: The Community Health Problem (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the real work behind community health .

This concise overview examines how public programs, private foundations, and government actions shape our health system. It highlights the idea that health comes from shared effort, not just medical care.

This edition examines why health insurance was debated in the early 20th century, including arguments for compulsory coverage and concerns about physician autonomy. It links funding, public health centers, and preventive services to the broader goal of reducing preventable disease.
What you’ll experience:
  • A look at the role of endowments, health demonstrations, and outreach in improving public health
  • Discussion of how health centers, school health exams, and community programs fit together
  • Considerations of insurers, employers, physicians, and the public in health policy
  • Historical context for the ongoing effort to expand access to care
Ideal for readers who want a grounded, historical perspective on how health care and public policy intersect in a community setting. This book is a helpful reference for students, researchers, and anyone curious about the roots of modern public health.

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