FUTURE COOPERATION BETWEEN THE AMERICAN RED CROSS AND PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCIES

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• International Relations

Background:

• Following the cessation of hostilities in Europe, there is a recognized need for clarity regarding the Red Cross's role in public health.
• Health officers are actively seeking to understand the Red Cross's post-war contributions to public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define the Red Cross's intended role within the public health sector.
• To assure the public health profession of the Red Cross's collaborative approach.

Main Methods:

• The abstract indicates a statement or assurance from Dr. Farrand to the public health profession.
• The approach is communicative, clarifying the Red Cross's strategic positioning.

Main Results:

• The Red Cross intends to function primarily as a cooperative agency in public health.
• The organization will avoid direct operational roles unless specific circumstances necessitate it.

Conclusions:

• The Red Cross is positioned as a supportive partner in public health, not a primary operator.
• This clarifies the organization's commitment to collaborating with existing public health structures.