A revised version of the report submitted to the National Commission on Childhood Disability, which was established to review the assistance given to children with disabilities under the Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The commission was releasing its findings and recommendations as the book went to print. Overviews the programs generally and the principles behind them, then details specific programs such as SSI, Medicaid, special education, block grants, Head Start, and mental health and family support programs. Includes over 40 pages of data. No index. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

This book was written specifically for students majoring in one of the health or health-related disciplines who will become the primary providers of health care. It is ideally suited for students in one- or two-year programs who plan to become health care workers.--Introduction to the Health Professions

A national strategy for significantly improving the health of the Nation over the coming decade. Addresses the prevention of major chronic illnesses, injuries & infectious diseases. Sections include: health promotion; health protection; preventive services & surveillance & data systems; age-related objectives; & special population objectives. Charts, tables & graphs.