| journal article | The predominant publication type for articles and other items indexed for nlm databases. (12 Dec 1998) |
|---|---|
| schools, public health | Educational institutions for individuals specializing in the field of public health. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public health | The health of the human population as a whole. (09 Oct 1997) |
| public health administration | Management of public health organizations or agencies. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public health dentistry | A dental specialty concerned with the prevention of disease and the maintenance of oral health through promoting organised dental health programs at a community, state, or federal level. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public health nurse | A nurse who provides care to individuals or groups in a community outside of institutions. Usually works through the auspices of a state or city health department. Synonym: community health nurse, community nurse. (05 Mar 2000) |
| public health nursing | The field of nursing focusing on the health of the community through educational and preventive programs, as well as providing treatment and diagnostic services. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public health practice | The activities and endeavors of the public health services in a community on any level. (12 Dec 1998) |
| environment and public health | Natural and man-made environments and their impact on public health. (12 Dec 1998) |
| united states public health service | See: USPHS. (12 Dec 1998) |
| pan american health organization | <organisation> WHO regional office for the americas acting as a coordinating agency for the improvement of health conditions in the hemisphere. The four main functions are: control or eradication of communicable diseases, strengthening of national and local health services, education and training, and research. (21 Jun 2000) |
| public assistance | Financial assistance to impoverished persons for the essentials of living through federal, state or local government programs. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public facilities | An area of recreation or hygiene for use by the public. (12 Dec 1998) |
| public-hearted | Public-spirited. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| public hospital | A hospital administered by officials of the city, county, state, or nation. Synonym: public hospital. (05 Mar 2000) |