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Joycelyn Elders Surgeon-General Speech Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS C 571

Abstract

Speeches, remarks, statements, talking points delivered by Dr. Elders primarily while U.S. Surgeon-General.

Dates

  • Creation: 1992-1994

Extent

1.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Creator

Physical Location

Materials stored onsite. History of Medicine Division. National Library of Medicine

Language of Materials

Collection materials primarily in English

Restrictions

Collection is not restricted. Contact the Reference Staff for information regarding access.

Copyright and Re-use Information

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Biographical Note

Joycelyn Elders was born Minnie Lee Jones in Schaal, Arkansas on August 13, 1933. In college, she changed her name to Minnie Joycelyn Lee (later using just Joycelyn).

Elders became Surgeon General of the Public Health Service on September 8, 1993, appointed by President Clinton. She was the first African American to serve in the position. As Surgeon General, Elders argued the case for universal health coverage, and was a spokesperson for President... Clinton's health care reform effort. She was a strong advocate for comprehensive health education, including sex education, in schools. She was outspoken in her views, and was forced to resign after only 15 months in the position as a result of a controversial remark about sex education. Her last day in office was December 31, 1994.

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Collection Summary

Speeches, remarks, statements, talking points deliverd by Dr. Elders primarily while U.S. Surgeon-General.
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