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Pharmacare in Critical Condition with Dr. Jane Philpott, Fred Horne and Rosalie Wyonch

The CDHI Podcast

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Analyzing Pharmacare Costs and Budget Realism

Exploring the disparity between stated pharmacare costs and actual drug expenditures, focusing on the financial burden on public and private insurance systems, out-of-pocket expenses, and the substantial costs related to diabetes medications. The chapter questions the feasibility of the 1.5 billion budget estimate, emphasizing the call for transparency and a sustainable financing strategy.

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