Health Systems in Transition: Canada, Third Edition
by Gregory Marchildon, Sara Allin, Sherry Merkur
This third edition offers a detailed examination of Canada's health care system, focusing on its structure, financing, and reforms. It explores universal coverage principles, provincial variations, and responses to contemporary challenges like population aging and resource allocation, providing key insights for policymakers and researchers.
About This Book
Health Systems in Transition: Canada, Third Edition provides an in-depth analysis of the Canadian health care system's structure and performance. Authored by experts Gregory Marchildon, Sara Allin, and Sherry Merkur, it examines the principles of universal coverage and equity that define the system.
The book details the organizational framework, including federal and provincial roles, funding mechanisms, and delivery models. It highlights ongoing reforms aimed at improving efficiency and addressing disparities in access.
Readers gain insights into challenges such as aging populations, technological advancements, and fiscal pressures. The edition updates previous analyses with recent policy developments and international comparisons.
This resource is essential for understanding how Canada balances public financing with private provision in health services. It offers a balanced view of strengths and areas for improvement in the system.
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