"Understanding Canadian Health Policies: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals and Citizens"
Part 1: Foundations of Canadian Healthcare
History of Healthcare in Canada
Pre-Medicare era
Introduction of public health systems
Key historical figures and milestones
Canada Health Act (CHA)
Purpose and principles
Universality, portability, accessibility, comprehensiveness, public administration
How it guides federal–provincial relationships
Federal and Provincial Roles
How funding is allocated
Federal health transfers
Responsibilities of each government level
Health Canada & Related Agencies
Health Canada, PHAC, CIHI
Regulatory bodies for drugs, devices, and food safety
Part 2: Key Health Policy Areas
Primary Care Policies
Family doctors, nurse practitioners
Access challenges in rural areas
Hospital and Acute Care Policies
Funding models
Wait times and performance benchmarks
Public Health Policies
Immunizations, infectious disease control
Pandemic preparedness (COVID-19 lessons)
Pharmaceutical Policies
Drug approval process
Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB)
Provincial drug coverage programs
Mental Health Policies
Integration into primary care
Suicide prevention frameworks
Access disparities
Long-Term Care (LTC) and Senior Care Policies
Provincial variations
Lessons from COVID-19 in LTC
Indigenous Health Policies
First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB)
Addressing health inequities
Digital Health & Telemedicine Policies
eHealth Ontario, Canada Health Infoway
Privacy and security regulations
Part 3: Policy Challenges and Reforms
Healthcare Funding Pressures
Aging population
Sustainability concerns
Access to Care
Wait time guarantees
Urban vs. rural access gaps
Equity and Inclusion
Addressing disparities for immigrants, refugees, marginalized groups
Healthcare Workforce Policies
Nursing shortages
Immigration pathways for health professionals
Climate Change and Health Policy
Emergency preparedness for climate-related health crises
Part 4: Future of Canadian Health Policies
Policy Innovations
Universal pharmacare proposals
Dental care expansion
Global Comparisons
Canada vs. UK, US, Australia health systems
Recommendations for Policymakers
Based on evidence and best practices
Appendices
Glossary of Health Policy Terms
Key Legislative Documents (summaries)
Provincial Health Ministry Contacts.
 
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