HTHSCI 2RR3 Chapter Notes - Chapter Media: Pierre Trudeau, Canada Health Act, The Greatest Canadian
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#1 - need to shift emphasis in health and health care. The next revolution should be a switch in attitude. Think about all the things that affect illness, quality of life. Third revolution because we need to pick up on sense that how we live, in the communities we live, friends. All these factors affect our quality of life, and living. There is a lot of emphasis on technologies. There is emphasis on new medications, research - to get publicity. We have this attitude that you can live however and do whatever, if you get sick you just need a doctor and you can get fixed. Has a large role in where the money goes in healthcare (specifically in acute care) Should put the money where it is going to be more beneficial. Need to give healthcare to those who need it most. #2 - the greatest canadian of all time is