Shifting sands: state laws redefine records accessibility

Article Abstract:

In an attempt to perfect privacy by allowing patients access to records and restricting advisability to physicians per review board, state legislatures and courts have stabilized bad laws but many exceptions and problems still remain to be solved.

Safety and security measures, Privacy, Right of, Right of privacy, Medical records, Confidential communications

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Voluntary communitywide health planning

Article Abstract:

Deregulation has affected hospitals. Once again, community based, voluntary services are being realized.

Social aspects, Services, Community health services, Volunteer workers in hospitals, Hospital volunteers, Shared hospital services

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Doctor, the patient will see you now (an "oversupply" of physicians)

Article Abstract:

An oversupply of physicians is possible by 1990, most especially in metropolitan, non-poverty areas.

Forecasts and trends, Supply and demand, Medical care, Physicians, Medical professions

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