Healthcare Flashcards
1
Q
during 1950-80 what changed for healthcare?
A
- there was considerable growth in provision of healthcare during period 1950 to 1980
2
Q
what was the problem for the soviet population?
A
- Availability of healthcare was not a problem for Soviet population, but quality of provision was much more problematic
3
Q
what did the polyclinics provide?
A
- Polyclinic provided all purpose healthcare in first instance with referral to specialist where deemed necessary
- Many workers made use of these services, partly encouraged by right to time of work to see Doctor
4
Q
in 1978 how many santoria was there and rest homes?
A
1978, there were over 2000 Santoria and over 1000 rest homes linked to medical care
5
Q
what were workers entitles to?
A
- Workers entitled to take time at one of these establishments for a wide range of conditions that included high blood pressure, heart problems, and stomach complaints
6
Q
how were most places located?
A
Most places allocated by trade unions
7
Q
where were the best medical services available?
A
Best medical services available in Moscow, with Leningrad and other major cities, not far behind
-Provincial cities had fewer services in those in rural areas to a primitive
8
Q
who was badly served?
A
- Central Asian republics of the USSR were particularly badly served; even as recently as 1988 some hospitals didn’t have heating or running water
9
Q
what was the condition of the equipment?
A
- Equipment in most hospitals was poorly made, outdated, and often in need of repair
