Does prevention save money? Does it matter?

Article Abstract:

University of Washington professor of health services Frederick Connell and Group Health Cooperative physician Jane Huntington conducted a study which shows that minor public health cost savings are associated with prenatal care for low income women. The study, which was published in the Nov 10, 1994, 'New England Journal of Medicine,' suggests that the value of preventative medicine lies in its long-term worth, rather than in cost-savings, according to Connell. Unfortunately, preventative care is almost always evaluated according to its ability to save money.

Health Problems Prevention, Research, Economic aspects, Preventive health services, Preventive medicine, Connell, Frederick, Huntington, Jane

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AMA, other groups tackle STD epidemic with education

Article Abstract:

The American Medical Association and other medical groups have begun a campaign to educate the public about the risks of being infected with sexually transmitted diseases (STD). The booklet 'There's Something You Should Know About Sexually Transmitted Diseases' will be distributed to physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare providers. The campaign and booklet aim to increase the public perception of risky sexual behavior and to prevent the spread of STD.

Venereal Disease Prevention, Sexually transmitted diseases, Political activity, American Medical Association, Sexually transmitted disease prevention

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Group wants states to develop heart disease plans

Article Abstract:

The Assn of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) is working with the American Heart Assn, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop an action plan for state and local health departments regarding cardiovascular disease prevention. ASTHO urges state and local health departments to establish prevention programs including data collection, public education and outreach efforts.

Health Care and Social Assistance, Public Health Care, Management, Planning, Cardiovascular diseases, Social policy, Public health, Health planning, Association of State and Territorial Health Officials

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