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Federal (Medicine)
Federal (pronounced: /ˈfɛdərəl/) in the context of medicine refers to the national level of government's involvement and regulation in healthcare systems, policies, and practices.
Etymology
The term "Federal" originates from the Latin word foedus, which means "covenant, league". In the context of medicine, it refers to the national government's covenant or agreement to provide, regulate, and oversee healthcare services and policies.
Related Terms
- Federal Health Agencies: These are government agencies at the national level that are responsible for protecting public health by conducting scientific research, providing health information, and enforcing laws and regulations related to health.
- Federal Health Policy: This refers to the decisions, plans, and actions undertaken by the federal government to achieve specific healthcare goals within a society.
- Federal Health Care Reform: This refers to changes in health policy at the federal level that aim to improve access to care, increase the quality of care, and decrease the cost of healthcare.
- Federal Health Insurance: This is a type of insurance coverage that is regulated by the federal government, such as Medicare and Medicaid.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Federal
- Wikipedia's article - Federal
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