The decision to mass immunize the public against Swine Flu was based on odds that had been calculated from variables of unknown magnitude. (JD)

A description is given of an exercise program designed to improve the physical condition and health of older adults. (JD)

The problems and successes of a community immunization program for childhood diseases are described. (JD)

A description is given of a process which identifies preventable and unpreventable health risks for individuals with the aim of minimizing health risks. (JD)

Risk factors related to the incidence of heart disease are identified as target areas for education programs aimed at children. (JMF)

Currently existing guidelines on the administration and storage of prescribed medication by local school districts are outlined. (JD)

An investigation to determine programs of health education adopted by life insurance companies for their policy holders and by other business concerns for their employees is reported. (JD)

The current status of the early and periodic screening, diagnosis, and treatment program in the United States is reviewed. (JD)

A student health facility with a dental department is in an excellent position to handle dental emergencies and to stimulate the patient to seek good dental care on a regular basis. (Author)

Individualized mini-courses in medical and legal transcription, which were planned, implemented, and evaluated at the University of Nebraska at Ohama, are described. (TA)

The Presuicidal Syndrome relates to that specific psychic state of mind that leads to suicidal acts. It is proposed that the Presuicidal Syndrome provides a basis for better judgment of the danger of suicide and makes more focused suicide prevention possible. (Author)

Describes Israel's maternal and child health program which consists of state-wide neighborhood-based centers providing prenatal care and advice; assessments of a child's growth and development; immunizations; extensive counseling about child development, childrearing, and nutrition; and referrals for care of sick children. (BF/JH)

The roles played by veterinary science departments are creditable and important, says this head of a department of veterinary science. Those roles will reflect an absolute increase in participation with veterinary schools on a regional and national basis, and a relative increase in direct involvement in veterinary education. (LBH)

Surveys applications of physics in medicine, including the use of physical principles and techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of disease, and the use of these concepts in preventive medicine and safe clinical environments. (MLH)

This commentary discusses the views of the Nursing Division of the American Association on Mental Retardation on the issue of medication administration by unlicensed assistive personnel. The need for professional registered nurses to engage in the initial and ongoing training and evaluation of unlicensed assistive personnel is emphasized. (CR)