Citation

Lee CY. J. Community Health Nurs. 1997; 14(2): 111-117.

Affiliation

Nursing Department, Foo-Yin Junior College of Nursing and Medical Technology, Kaohsiung Hsien, Taiwan, Republic of China.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9170757

Abstract

Youth gangs are a major public health care concern in the United States. The nursing profession is just beginning to recognize the needs of this special population. In this article, I present a general background of gangs in the United States. They have been a significant problem in society since the early decades of the 19th century; however, increasing crimes and high health risks make it important to seek some solutions. I present an example of a community health nurse who, as part of a Gang Reduction Interagency Partnership team made a difference. The need for more research is emphasized so that we may understand this population as well as address their health care needs and those of their families.

Language: en