This study reports on the perception of alcohol education among a representative sample of high school students. The data show the students to be interested in this type of subject matter. However, few are receiving information, and the quality of that transmitted is questionable. (Author)

Discusses the concept of public health education and its affinity with the development of the community. Presents the opinions of various authorities or the fundamental opinions of the development of the community. Underlines the importance of these principles for the direction and evaluation of programs. (RR)

An innovative drug information and rap program on a Big 10 campus provides elements that may be adopted for other campus drug programs. This article proposes a policy and evaluates peer counselors, a library, professional referring, use of films, and services in dorms and in classrooms. (Author)

The use of information systems makes possible the first step in the direction of conserving manpower, increasing services, identifying unmet needs, providing program information, and developing better planning for financing and delivering of health services. Presented at American College Health Association, Oklahoma City, 1969. (Author)

Author proposes that national health care system consist of voluntary health insurance supplemented by government participation where needed. (IR)

This paper was presented at the annual meeting of the American School Health Association, Dental Health Section, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, November 10, 1968.

Thirty-two mother/infant dyads were randomly assigned to groups provided with routine well-child care and to discussions of either infant social development (intervention treatment) or accident prevention and nutrition (control). Findings revealed more sensitivity, cooperativeness, appropriateness of interaction, and appropriateness of play in the…

Increasingly, businesses and industries are offering some form of fitness programs for their employees. A new course on health education in business and industry has been developed for improving the health life-styles of employees. The program would be implemented in three phases. (JN)

The expanding role of the school nurse as a health educator is discussed and encouraged. Problems faced by nurse educators in asserting this role and the cooperative effort needed among educators are outlined. (JMF)

A screening program for health education facilitated the acquisition of health knowledge for high school students. (JD)

A health education program for kindergarten children conducted by health professionals and educators is described. (MM)

The school nurse plays a significant role in the education of the handicapped as a result of Public Law 94-142. (MM)

The current status of research in cardiovascular disease education is reported for asymptomatic youth, symptomatic adults, and ongoing efforts. (JMF)

A sex education course increased students' tolerance of sexual behavior in relationships involving affection or commitment to marriage. (JD)

A health program is described that is specifically designed to meet the needs, physical and emotional, of older adults. (JD)