| Social policy considerations in perinatal social work. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 9127910 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Infant mortality has been a major problem in the United States for many years. Despite recent improvements, it continues to be a major social and economic problem. This is particularly true in non-white populations, where the infant mortality rate is significantly higher. This article discusses some of the reasons for the continued high rate of infant mortality, with particular attention to barriers which, if removed, might improve the health of newborn infants. How social workers can use this information in advocacy efforts is then explored in an effort to involve social workers more directly in this pressing national problem. |
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Authors:
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C K Mahan |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Social work in health care Volume: 24 ISSN: 0098-1389 ISO Abbreviation: Soc Work Health Care Publication Date: 1997 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1997-06-26 Completed Date: 1997-06-26 Revised Date: 2004-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 7603729 Medline TA: Soc Work Health Care Country: UNITED STATES |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 135-40 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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West Park Hospital, Cody, WY 82414, USA. |
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Health Services Needs and Demand Humans Infant Mortality* Infant, Newborn Organizational Objectives Patient Advocacy* Perinatal Care* Public Policy* Social Work* United States / epidemiology |
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