Universal access

Article Abstract:

The provision of health care to all citizens has been an elusive goal for US policymakers. Debate over the best means toward its achievement continues. Some legislators believe that the government should maintain the existing private insurance system and come in as a catalyst by offering tax incentives to would-be buyers of insurance. Others would want a more direct approach through the regulation of insurance rates. Still others envision a national health insurance program in the manner of other developed nations.

United States, Laws, regulations and rules, Social policy, Health insurance

---

Technology's role

Article Abstract:

Government and private financing in support of pregnancies among low-income families may have declined but the incidence of infant mortality has held on to its previous level. This development is attributed to the improvement in technology as far as caring for premature babies is concerned. Costs, however, have proven to be very high. About $21,000 is spent annually for the care of premature infants.

Economic aspects, Finance, Patient outcomes, Mortality, Infants, Infant mortality, Premature birth

---

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Early progress. Funding cuts in the '80s
• Abstracts: Chronology. Social Security reform: The issues. State initiatives

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.