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1. The way it works in other lands.

Subjects
HEALTH programs, MEDICAL care, HEALTH insurance finance, NATIONAL health insurance laws, HEALTH policy, INSURANCE companies, HEALTH services administration
Abstract

The article focuses on the national health care program in Canada. It explains the distinction of the country's national health care program in which the government shoulders 50 percent of the cost particularly in poorer provinces. It also mentions the success of the government to settle the differences between the private and public insurance companies in terms of handling the program. An overview of the health care programs in other countries is also provided.

Published
1970

2. Contrasts in Payment and Provision of Health Care: Canada and the United States.

Author

Rosen, George and Kimmey, James R.

Subjects
EDITORIALS, HEALTH policy, HEALTH services administration, MEDICAL care costs, HEALTH planning, MEDICAL care
Abstract

The author reflects on the difference between Canada and the U.S. with regards to the payment and provision of health care to the public. He argues that the health care system of Canada offers a wide variety of health plans and services to people, regardless of their social status. On the other hand, the U.S. offers health care services and plans to people who are capable of paying such expenses. An overview of the health care systems of the two countries is offered.

Published
1972