[Scientific theory and planning in the health fields]

One of the most important function of philosophy of science is to elucidate terms and to discuss the possibilities to decide about values--both problems have practical relevance for the interaction between science, policy and politics in planning. Within planning theory it is striking, that in most cases the critical point of rationality is not treated adequately. Organization, functions and norms in the field of science and administration decide upon the forms of cooperation of social medicine in planning.