Recommendations for Improving Health Care for Urban Indians, 1974-03-04

Item — Box: 32, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0027

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The letter is addressed to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding Senate Bill 2938. The Oklahoma City Indian Health Board and the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project have reviewed the bill and offer recommendations. They are pleased with the scholarship program but suggest it be contracted by tribal groups or Indian health organizations to eliminate bureaucracy. They emphasize the need for health facilities in urban centers and more funding for health care delivery for urban Indians. The letter highlights the challenges faced by urban Indians and the success of the Native American Center in Oklahoma City.

Dates

1974-03-04

Creator

Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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