Century of Adventure in Northern Health: The Public Health Service Commissioned Corps in Alaska, 1879-1978

For more than 100 years, the officers and employees of the U.S. Public Health Service and its predecessor agencies have provided essential health care to the people of Alaska. Illustrated with b&w photographs, this monograph tells the story of these dedicated professionals. Retired physician Fortuine served in the PHS Commissioned Corps for 26 years. Published by the PHS Commissioned Officers Foundation and distributed by the U. of Alaska Press. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)