The CDHI Podcast
Pharmacare in Critical Condition with Dr. Jane Philpott, Fred Horne and Rosalie Wyonch
Mar 18, 2024
Former federal health minister Dr. Jane Philpott, former Alberta health minister Fred Horne, and Rosalie Wyonch discuss the inadequacy of the $1.5 billion budget for the national pharmacare program in Canada. They analyze the challenges in achieving consensus among provinces, the disparity between costs and actual drug expenditures, and the importance of collaboration to enhance Canada's healthcare system. The discussion highlights the complexities of navigating a comprehensive pharmacare plan in Canada.
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- The proposed pharmacare program in Canada is a proof of concept designed for bilateral agreements with provinces rather than a national consensus, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and partnership for successful implementation.
- The allocated budget of $1.5 billion for pharmacare is deemed insufficient as the current drug expenditures surpass this amount, highlighting the necessity for realistic financing strategies and transparent discussions to align federal and provincial interests.
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Pharmacare Plan Overview
A pharma care plan has been announced, described as a proof of concept and pilot to be assessed for implementation. This program is structured for bilateral agreements with provinces rather than a pan-Canadian consensus, allowing individual jurisdictions to participate. The federal government's strategy is seen as a compromise to manage costs and constitutional boundaries while fostering provincial cooperation.
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