Seeking new dimensions in international health research

Article Abstract:

International cooperation in biomedical research, a long-standing tradition, is more essential than ever in modern times. Several articles in the June 27, 1990 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association report results of such collaborations. International collaborative efforts relating to health involve several US agencies, including the US Public Health Service, the Centers for Disease Control, and the National Institutes of Health. An article by Watson and Cook-Deegan (Watson is the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA) describes the international aspects of the study of human genetics. Another article details the health problems shared by the US and Mexico at their 3,200-kilometer-long border. Collaborative efforts against communicable diseases in African children are also described. Future progress in battling disease will depend on epidemiology, which studies 'diseases that visit the community'. Refugees are a group particularly at risk for excess mortality and illness; their plight is described in another article. In many instances, foreign physicians need additional education in basic sciences to understand the problems of developing countries. The world-wide smoking epidemic is discussed. Health problems in the developed world include infant mortality and morbidity (illness). The increasing rates of cesarean section in many countries deserves attention, and Sweden could serve as a model for reducing this rate. Homicide is particularly high in the US, especially among black males, and the potential exists for considerably reducing these statistics. International cooperation among scientists is essential for progress in health research. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)

Reports, International aspects, Research, Public health, Health planning, World health, editorial

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International health assistance for Eurasia

Article Abstract:

International health assistance may be necessary for the people of the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, or Eurasia. The US may not be able to afford this type of assistance, and Eurasia may be too unstable to benefit from this assistance. The life expectancy of Eurasians is shorter than that of Americans. With the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the Ministry of Health, funding for medical research and practice is uncertain. Diptheria, bubonic plague and hepatitis B are prevalent, and fewer individuals are being vaccinated. Birth control is difficult to obtain, so many women have abortions. Heavy use of tobacco and alcohol is prevalent, and many individuals have high risk behavior for HIV infection. People are moving more, and this creates new health risks. Many health problems can be prevented by low-cost approaches to health problems. Eurasia is better equipped financially than that many undeveloped countries, and many individuals are educated. Some individuals believe that Eurasia does not deserve international health aid. But international health aid benefits both the donor and recipient, and equal assess to health care may prevent some types of social unrest from occurring.

Health aspects, Medical economics, Column, Eurasia, Europe, Eastern

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International teleradiology

Article Abstract:

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has stated that it is very concerned about overseas teleradiology, though its concern is tempered by a recognition that the practice fills the vacuum left by its own members, who would like to sleep at night. The ACR recommends that radiologists who are performing distant readings be board-certified and carry licenses and malpractice coverage in the state where the image was obtained and appropriate credentials at the source facility.

United States, Government regulation, Management dynamics, Practice, Licensing, certification and accreditation, Radiologists, Medical malpractice insurance, American College of Radiology

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