officers were “responsible for the implementation of an effective medical program” and policy statement of July 29, 1947, concerning the relationship between medical personnel and missionaries stated: Commander Marianas desires to encourage, and to assist as practicable, and with impartiality, the clergy in its efforts toward native rehabilitation. so long as those efforts are in consonance with the peace and security of the islands. It is felt that medical personnel and the clergy can be of mutual assistance for the benefit of the native inhabitants, particularly in the field of education. In this respect, the clergy can supplement theefforts of medical personnel by instructing the natives in the value of proper medical care, by familiarizing them with available medical personnel and faciltties and by impressing upon them the importance of reporting to proper medical authority any and all cases that require medical treatment. In the event of any neglect of duty on the part of medical personnel, a report of the circumstances to the local commanding officer would be in order. Since medical personnel are responsible for native health, it follows that they should not only be well aware of any and all medical aid extended to natives but also should supervise such aid in order to insure proper treatment. The procedures established by the Navy for the improvement of native health, hygiene and sanitation will be observed by all persons in the area. Under no circumstances will unlicensed persons be permitted to practice medicine or distribute or administer narcotics. Violations will be immediately brought to the attention of local commanders. It is directed that missionaries be requested to confer with cognizant medical officers concerning the ways and means by which the medical program may be supplemented. In the interest of public health and where practicable, medical officers may request the services of missionaries or others to distribute simple medical supplies such as household remedies and to administer first aid.” Thus the administration provided detailed policy and regulatory measures for its health program. Because thorough implementation of the high standards set was possible of fulfillment only over a con- siderable period of time, the prevention, treatment and control of ' disease became a long range program. at 866 50CbUOb In ComMarianas Itr ser 15968 dtd 26 Jul dee : 3 1