HLSC 1F90 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Public Health, Supportive Housing, Democratic Republic
24 Feb 2015
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To understand the development of the health system in canada. To identify the core elements of health systems around the world. The development of the canadian health care system: We spend the most on hospitals, drugs and doctors. Health system: all activities who primary purpose is to promote, restore, and or maintain health. Health care is one of canada"s largest industries (linked to service and government) Health care is a social good needed in adequate amounts to maintain a functioning and productive society. Ranked as a source of pride in canada. Understand when to seek help and who to seek help from. To be a knowledgeable consumer of healthcare, its important to understand how the canadian hc system works. 1940-1950 doctors want more money, govnt want universal healthcare. Publicly-funded healthcare system that provides universal coverage for medically necessary hc services on the basis of need rather than the ability to pay.
