which covers the achievements in this area during the period 1987-1988, makes reference to other measures which have already been described in this report such as: prevention and control of high blood pressure; cancer control; accident prevention and control and emergency health care; prevention and control of sexually transmissible diseases; comprehensive care for the elderly; prevention and control of tropical diseases; environmental health; regulation of the Health Act and review and drafting of the administrative, legal and technical standards of the National Health System; international technical co-operation; and research. E/1986/4/Add.25 paqe 29 101. The Social Security Institute and the National Social Welfare Fund have been working as specialized agencies in providing health and social welfare services to their mernbers. This report has described the work done by the Institute in extending social security coverage for workers and their families to new areas, the coverage of additional population groups and professional retraining to restore and develop the working capacity of physically and mentally retarded persons. Similarly, the National Social Welfare Fund has been providing medical assistance and social welfare services for pensioners, as well as financial assistance and death insurance. E/198 6 /4/Add.25 page 30 ANNEXES Reference documents ^/ ANNEX 1 Decrees No. 2111 and 2112 of 1987 ANNEX 2 Government Constitutional Reform Bill ANNEX 3 Act No. 21 of 1982 and Decree No. 341 of 1988 ANNEX 4 Decree No. 2503 of 1987 ANNEX 5 Colombia, National Planning Department, Children’s Homes ANNEX 6 Colombia, Colombian Family Welfare Institute, Comprehensive Care for Children under Seven ANNEX 7 Political Constitution of Colombia; Spanish, English and French texts ANNEX 8 Decrees No. 824 and 888 of 1988 ANNEX 9 Colombia, Colombian Family Welfare Institute, Protection of Minors Act ANNEX 10 Act No. 30 of 1988, Agrarian Reform ANNEX 11 Colombia, Ministry of Health, Report to Congress, 1987-1988
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a report on the activities and achievements of the Colombian government in the field of health, social welfare, and social security. It mentions various initiatives and programs related to healthcare, disease prevention, and social services, such as providing medical assistance, social welfare services, and financial assistance. The text also references international cooperation and research in the field of health.

**Category**
Health, Employment