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Re: Researching men's health
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"Sandra Smith, MPH, CHES" <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 21 May 1998 15:54:53 -0700
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> Phyllis Hodges wrote:  No, I don't know of any ongoing research on men's
> experiences re:

> accessing health services. However, I think it's way overdue! There are
> recognition, action, and special programs for practically every other
> group. The fact that men have a shorter life expectancy than women  is
> the most blatant indicator (and a crude one at that) that we need to do
> something.
>

Not to say that Phyllis is not right - but as a point of interest:I have a
newspaper ad from circa  1890 -1900 that was found in the walls of razed
building in Seattle. It says:

MEN'S DOCTOR
Special Attention Given to
Advanced Methods of
Treating Disorders of Men.
DR. WILSON
Consultation Free

I haven't been able to research Dr. Wilson-- seems he was ahead of his
time. SS

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