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Already under extreme external and internal pressures, the transformation of Canada's health ecosystem is overdue. These challenges require more than quick fixes—they demand a complete redefinition of health care and delivery to ensure quality care for all Canadians.    With a healthy dose of digital innovation, we can evolve from reactive routines to proactive, patient-first solutions, revolutionizing a health care system tailored to all.     Read our latest report, Health care reimagined: The future of health in Canada, to learn how. https://deloi.tt/3vsPCcO   #FutureOfHealthCare #FutureReady  

🌎 On Universal Health Coverage Day, we are reminded that health is a universal right – and a shared responsibility. This year’s theme, ‘Health: it’s on the government’, highlights the essential role policymakers and administrations play in guaranteeing obtainable and affordable access to health.    At WifOR Institute, we advocate for viewing health not as a cost but as a fundamental investment. Governments are vital in creating the frameworks that allow health systems to thrive, fostering not only individual and societal well-being but also economic growth.    In a recent article by WifOR’s CEO Prof. Dr. Dennis Ostwald titled “Health as an Investment: Building the Foundation of a Well-Being Economy”, he underlines how prioritizing health can drive sustainable development and support a thriving economy.  💡 In 2023, the Health Economy contributed €435.5 billion to the GDP and supported 8.3 million jobs in Germany. Investing in health enhances a state's productivity, reduces reliance on external aid, and should be incentivized by rating agencies through favorable credit ratings to lower borrowing costs for health initiatives. 💡 Improved access to healthcare enables people to live longer, healthier lives, contribute more effectively to society, and provide care for others. Establishing country-specific health targets aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ensures a globally coordinated and impactful approach to advancing health outcomes.    As we commemorate #UniversalHealthCoverageDay, let’s remember that prioritizing health investments is crucial for building a robust well-being economy that enhances both individuals' lives and societal productivity.    🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dRZfJMtz     #UHCDay2024  #HealthForAll  #HealthIsAnIvestment  

Different countries have different ways of meeting the health needs of their residents. To win healthcare's "zero-sum game" it's helpful to view what other countries are doing. If you haven't read this recent The Commonwealth Fund report, highly recommend it: https://lnkd.in/eQvRwJcD Some personal thoughts: - We can’t catch a break on #healthcare spending: the #USA spends far more of its #GDP on healthcare despite having the worst overall performance versus other countries. - Smaller out-of-pocket expenses and copayments help make healthcare more #accesible and #affordable. The #UnitedKingdom and the #Netherlands have been great examples of that. - We have the technology (#RPM #telemedicine #hospitalathome) to expand health services beyond regular office hours. Let's advance coordination efforts with #generalpractitioners (GPs) regionally and locally. They are the "glue" for establishing sustainable patient care continuity. - #Patientsafety is a prerequisite for system effectiveness. Adverse events during hospital stays for #heartattacks, #pneumonia, and #majorsurgeries from 2010-2019 have dropped per this report. - It’s painful to see the #USA perform so badly in the #administrativeefficiency domain: physicians / other providers spend too much time and effort billing insurers & thousands of health plans. Other countries like #Australia have clever strategies, eg. electronic & instantaneous claims processing from both public and private payors right at the point of care. - Free care in all public hospitals (Australia), no cost sharing (U.K.) and capped out-of-pocket expenses (Germany) are examples of improving health #equity. How to align incentives and get there could be controversial.. Ultimately pivoting more towards #valuebasedcare, investing in data-proven #technologies, and valuing #healthpersonnel are critical for preserving limited resources and raising our health system ceiling. Sharing health system "best practices" are ideal. Would love to hear more comments / thoughts..

The troubled state of the U.S. healthcare system is not new to any patient, provider or payer, but it can still be a shock to see just how poorly it compares to those of other nations.   A recent report from the The Commonwealth Fund places the U.S. last among 10 developed countries, including Canada, France and Germany. The U.S. ranked last or second-last in most categories, including administrative efficiency and access to care.   The report is a sobering reminder of just how far we must go to achieve an affordable and equitable system. Cascala can improve our piece of the healthcare ecosystem through technology that provides integrated care transitions and reduces hospital readmissions. Find out how by connecting with us.   Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/etuVQXX3 #Healthcare #ACO #CareTransitions #PatientCare #HealthcareInnovation   

Our event, The Power of Proactive Health, was a huge success! Benefits today go beyond basic dental care and prescriptions. In conversation with leading HR and benefits professionals, we explored how employers can support employees in taking control of their health journeys. We also unveiled insights from @Maple’s groundbreaking report on the challenges Canadians face in being proactive about their health. These insights highlight the crucial role of proactive healthcare in retaining talent and fostering a healthier, more productive workforce. DM me if you’d like to attend the next event or learn more about what we covered. Our report, “Health on Hold: The Need to Unlock a Proactive Care Future in Canada,” has all the data here: https://lnkd.in/gEfrRbiT

Canada ranks low in the heath care system survey. see below. This is why I am creating tools in my new start up called Get Health Simple. # Health care Re Invented # Get Health Simple #Founder & CEO

The 2nd column of "The Role of Global Health" series has been updated on the web by our next generation leaders in PwC. The 2nd address accessibility to healthcare, which is a key for realizing global health. https://lnkd.in/gNjuBfw5 #pwc #healthcare #globalhealth

Can Answers to the Health Workforce Crisis be Found in Equity-Informed Digital Health? Dive into our latest paper led by Helen Novak Lauscher to explore pressing issues facing health human resources in Canada and their impact on equity-deserving communities. Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gwRVwqtU #DigEM #HealthEquity #DigitalHealth #HealthcareInnovation

The Commonwealth Fund’s Mirror, Mirror 2024 report compares healthcare system performance across 10 high-income countries and examines 5 key domains of health systems performance: Access to Care Care Process Administrative Efficiency Equity Health Outcomes While the U.S. continues to face challenges in access, equity, and outcomes, there are valuable lessons from top-performing nations. What do you think are the best solutions from other countries that the U.S. healthcare system could implement? #MirrorMirror #ActivateCare #healthcare #HealthEquity https://hubs.la/Q02Q_hgg0

How can we better support and retain people working in healthcare? Nearly 150 teams from across Canada joined the Health Workforce Innovation Challenge to share their answers to this question and implement innovative, scalable solutions. Find out more about their outcomes, as well as six evidence-informed ways health systems in Canada can improve to better support and retain the health workforce at https://lnkd.in/gJpDUsQ4