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This book explores the multifaceted challenges of community health in the contemporary era. As the author elucidates, sickness remains a primary cause of poverty in the United States, with millions suffering from preventable or treatable conditions. Despite advances in medical science, a significant portion of the population lacks adequate access to healthcare due to high costs, distrust, or ignorance. The book argues that the private medical system, while indispensable, is failing to meet the needs of the community, particularly among the working class. It also highlights the crucial role of public health departments in preventing disease and promoting well-being, emphasizing the need for increased funding and a broader scope of responsibilities. Ultimately, the book underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach to community health, one that integrates the efforts of private practitioners, public health agencies, and the community itself.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the multifaceted challenges of community health in the contemporary era. As the author elucidates, sickness remains a primary cause of poverty in the United States, with millions suffering from preventable or treatable conditions. Despite advances in medical science, a significant portion of the population lacks adequate access to healthcare due to high costs, distrust, or ignorance. The book argues that the private medical system, while indispensable, is failing to meet the needs of the community, particularly among the working class. It also highlights the crucial role of public health departments in preventing disease and promoting well-being, emphasizing the need for increased funding and a broader scope of responsibilities. Ultimately, the book underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach to community health, one that integrates the efforts of private practitioners, public health agencies, and the community itself. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332790364_0
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