Summary
The September-October 1974 issue of HealthPAC Bulletin focuses on the significant strike by 4,400 registered nurses (RNs) in the San Francisco Bay Area, organized by the California Nurses' Association (CNA). The strike, lasting 21 days, highlighted issues of staffing control and quality of patient care rather than traditional wage demands, reflecting a new level of militancy among nurses influenced by the women's liberation movement. Articles discuss the implications of the strike for hospital workers and the challenges of uniting various classifications of healthcare workers. The issue also features commentary on Blue Cross and the broader context of healthcare economics in the region.
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The article details the militant actions taken by registered nurses in the San Francisco Bay area during their strike for better working conditions and patient care.
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A nurse shares her troubling experiences as a patient at Mt. Sinai Hospital, highlighting issues of care and communication.
Sylvia Law critiques the operations of Blue Cross, arguing that it primarily serves as a financing arm for hospitals rather than protecting patients.
A collection of brief news items covering various issues in the health sector, including hospital scandals and legislative updates.
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