Health Services
/ˈhɛlθ ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Services provided to maintain, improve, or manage physical and mental health, often regulated by law and encompassing medical, dental, psychiatric, and allied professional care.
The government allocated more funding to expand rural health services.
- (n.) Legally mandated or regulated programs and institutions offering medical care or public health activities.
Health services under Medicaid must comply with federal standards.
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Commentary
The term broadly covers both private and public provision of medical care; legal contexts may emphasize regulatory frameworks, funding, or access issues.
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