Canadian Medical Association says Canadians want a national pan-Canadian strategy for seniors' health care,
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Seniors’ health care must be addressed, say doctors

Nine out of 10 Canadians believe Canada needs a pan-Canadian strategy for seniors’ health care, whether its at home, in hospitals, hospices or long-term facilities. That’s the result of a survey from the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).

“The results of this year’s CMA report card send a clear and direct message to policy-makers and public office holders that all levels of government need to act to address the demographic tsunami that is heading toward the health care system,” said CMA President Dr. Anna Reid.

The results of the survey were released as the Association holds its 146th annual meeting in the western Canadian city of Calgary. The theme of this year’s meeting is “Leadership in Changing Times”.

More information:
CMA press release Canadians Urge Governments to Cooperate on a National Strategy for Seniors Health Care – here
Canadian Medical Association (CMA) website – www.cma.ca

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