Delivering Health Care to Homeless Persons: The Diagnosis and Management of Medical and Mental Health ConditionsDavid Wood Outlines innovative approaches to providing health care to America's homeless population -- children as well as adults. |
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PatientOriented Approach to Providing Care | 16 |
General Guidelines for Health Care Delivery | 47 |
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