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Is the new health care reform law a good idea? Should marijuana be legalized and taxed? Should government agencies do more to combat superbugs? Should fertility medicine be regulated more vigorously?

Health Care Issues, a new addition to CQ Press's proven series of readers based on selections from CQ Researcher, takes up these and other compelling questions. With up-to-date coverage of twelve pivotal health care debates, each selection shows students how policy is made and implemented and incorporates voices from key players in the health care arena. CQ Researcher articles are extensively researched and include current analysis as well as substantial background information. The perfect fit for a health policy or health administration course, this collection lays the groundwork for lively classroom discussion. Students will also enjoy each issue's pro/con box, chronology, bibliography, photos, charts, graphs, and maps.