A healthy debate: the forum explores visions for the future

Article Abstract:

Nineteen ordinary Canadian citizens and 4 healthcare experts met for day to discuss health care reform in Canada. Invited by Maclean's and CBC's 'The National,' participants discussed issues such as the increasing use of home care and nurse practitioners, and their fears about the future.

Cover Story, Public opinion

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Sacred trust?

Article Abstract:

One of the most controversial topics in Canada's fall 1993 elections will be whether or not to charge user fees in Canada's health-care system. Prime Minister Kim Campbell is in favor of limited user fees, but some of her opponents are against them.

Analysis, Political aspects, Medicare, User fees

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The last goodbye

Article Abstract:

Nancy B., a 25-year-old woman whose life depended on her respirator, was granted the right to die by a Canadian court. She was relieved to have the right to die, but her case sparked great controversy because of the ethics involved.

Cases, Euthanasia, Right to die

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