When dealing with the "frontier of scientific knowledge" and questions of public health, United States courts are waiving traditional burdens of proof, giving increased weight to expert opinions and/or lowering their standard of necessary proof. Recent cases involving asbestos, pesticides, lead in gasoline, and vinyl chlorides are discussed. (BT)

The management of a rubella epidemic on the campus of the University of New Hampshire is outlined. (JMF)

The original theory in the 1920s on the mode of action of Laetrile is described along with the research that followed in light of this theory. Legal and socioeconomic implications are examined, and the role of health education in combating this problem is explored. (Author/DS)

Suggests that the current federal approach be supplanted by a system of public health priorities to be decided on the basis of the number of persons affected by a specified sexually transmitted disease, the severity of the disease, the societal impact, and the desirability for governmental intervention in the course of events. (DS)

Discusses the role of the health visitor in the prediction of early childhood injuries, abuse, and failure to thrive--based on a three-year study of the relationship between early maternal attitudes and subsequent child health. Journal availability: Pergamon Press Ltd., Headington Hill Hall, Oxford, OX3 OBW England. (DLS)

Presented a literature review of nonpoint source effects on water quality and pollution covering: (1) water quality effects; (2) watershed studies; (3) nonpoint source models; and nonpoint source controls. A list of 122 references published in 1976 and 1977 is also presented. (HM)

Presents an outline of the chemistry involved and the steps which are being taken to gain a better understanding of the stratosphere. Chemical composition of natural stratosphere and depletion of ozone in the stratosphere by man-made pollutants are covered. (HM)

Provides facts which dispel widely held fallacies about the consequences of coal-burning, most of which are physics-related. Concentrates on air pollution as the major contributor to the public hazard from coal-burning. (GA)

Discusses some of the controversial organic chemical substances such as DDT, Red Dye No. 2, DES, Tris, Laetrile, cyclamate, and saccharin. Concludes that the use of some has to be considered on a benefit/risk ratio. (GA)

The initiation, implementation, and midcourse evaluation of a unique training program, specially suited to the needs of the podiatric public health professional, are described. The reconceptualization of the program on the basis of midcourse evaluation is also discussed. (Author/LBH)

In recognition of the symbiotic relationship of the child welfare and child health disciplines, the Child Welfare and Health Training Project was begun to develop and test health concepts and methods curricula for child welfare administrators and research staff. (Author/SE)

The professional sanitarian with appropriate interpersonal skills is very qualified to be administrator of a sanitation program or general public health program or to function at all administrative levels of public health. His/her particular training and professional orientation prepare him/her for this role. (RE)

The criteria most appropriate for assessing school health programs are discussed, and the need for such evaluation in the light of pressure from public opinion is emphasized. (JD)

Radioactive storage tanks at the Hanford facility have developed leaks. The situation is presently considered safe, but serious. A report from the National Academy of Science has recommended that the wastes be converted to stable solids and stored at another site on the Hanford Reservation. (Author/MA)