This article explores the implementation of immunization requirements for college attendance. The nature and extent of these requirements and advice on obtaining assistance in instituting these requirements are discussed. (Author/DF)

The author presents personal observations about student health services in several European countries, including general diagnostic and treatment facilities, mental health care, preventive medicine, and conclusions. (MB)

It is the province of all educators to effectively deal with drug abuse on the highest level possible, "preventive resolution." A cogent drug education program, factorally suited to age-education, developmental and cultural variables and longitudinally implemented throughout a community educational system, is the preventive resolution. (Author)

Excerpts from a full report which appeared in the City Almanac, a publication of the Center of New York City Affairs of the New School for Social Research. (MB)

Two types of school-based programs that increase students' use of fluoride for preventive dental health are described. In fluoride mouthrinse programs, teachers give their students a fluoride solution once a week in a paper cup. In areas where the level of fluoride in the water supply is insufficient, the flouride tablet program is used. (JN)

Educators must work with students to be sure that instruction in health does influence students' choices for healthier behaviors and life styles. (CJ)

In a study done to determine the importance of privacy during scoliosis screening, individual privacy was provided for some children. Results indicated a definite lessening of anxiety for those students screened privately. (JN)

Describes certain elements which can affect the fetus and the developing infant. These elements include toxins, lead poisoning, alcohol, smoking, and drugs (both legal and illegal). (Author/DB)

The author summarizes the findings and recommendations of the National Commission on Allied Health Education. He stresses that the new emphasis in allied health education is on widening the range of services, including preventive services, and on appropriate use of services. (CT)

A program in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instruction for Florida's school children is described. Program guidelines and support services are detailed for other schools wishing to implement such a program. (JN)

Oral and dental problems of the typical college-age population are described, and techniques for an adequate examination of the oral cavity are discussed. (JD)

The development of the holistic health movement and the new health consciousness has been accompanied by an increasing dissatisfaction with certain aspects of medical care delivery. (Author/JD)

Paper describes adolescent health counseling program of HIP-AMHT (Multiphasic Health Testing Program). Data on health attitudes and behaviors, related psychological problems, and self-expressed needs for information is presented. Study concludes that adolescents exhibit interest in health care and are motivated to participate in health care…

A three-semester (12-month) diploma program for veterinarians was begun at the University of Guelph in 1971 that is applicable to veterinarians employed in public health, regulatory veterinary medicine, and animal production medicine, where there is emphasis on preventive medicine. Each student completes a project suitable for seminar presentation…

This article reviews studies linking autistic disorder with various immune factors. It concludes that although various immune system abnormalities have been reported in children with autism, previous studies are largely association based and it remains difficult to draw conclusions regarding the role of immune factors in the etiopathogenesis of…