Concerns Regarding Health Care Availability at Talihina Indian Hospital
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_47_37_0003
Dates
- January 28, 1964
- 88th Congress (1963-1965)
Scope and Contents
The letter addresses concerns about indigent non-Indian populations near the Talihina Indian Hospital not being able to access health services. The Indian Health program does not have the authority to provide non-Indians with care beyond medical emergencies. Suggestions are made to involve the State Department of Public Welfare, State Health Department, and local county medical society. The issue is highlighted through correspondence between different parties, with a focus on finding solutions to improve access to healthcare for indigent populations in the area.
Extent
7 pages
Creator
unknown
Congress 88th (1963-1965)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
Congress 88th (1963-1965)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository