Health Policy in a Slowing Economy: Lessons (or Not) from Nova Scotia

Presented by Dr. Katherine Fierlbeck, McCulloch Professor, Political Science, Dalhousie University With a shrinking economy, aging demographics, and an exodus of skilled workers, the province of Nova Scotia faces exceptional challenges in attempting to develop a responsive and sustainable health care system. Yet it is difficult to extricate policy dilemmas from political strategies, especially when real policy flexibility contracts as public irascibility expands. What are the specific obstacles facing Nova Scotia’s health care system, and how has the province responded to them? Why has it decided upon its current strategy of reform, and how successful in this endeavour will it be? More information: http://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/News_Events/calendar_details.php?id=525

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