Correspondence Regarding the Indian Health Service Program (1955-1970), 1970-09-26
Scope and Contents
Congressman Happy Camp thanked Mrs. Malzahn for her hospitality and enclosed information she had requested. The Indian Health Service has made significant progress since 1955, including building hospitals and health centers, providing training programs, and improving environmental health services. The program aims to raise the health of Native Americans and reduce infant deaths. The health program includes a range of services and has expanded since its inception. Native Americans still face economic and health challenges, but the program has made strides in improving health outcomes.
Dates
- Creation: 1970-09-26
Full Extent
4 pages
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Abstract
91st (1969-1971)
General
Native Americans; Health
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository