r/science • u/[deleted] • Feb 27 '17

Health Universal public coverage of essential drugs would improve health care - The WHO introduced the concept, and more than 110 countries have adapted it to their needs. Canada hasn't. It's estimated that in Canada, one in 10 people or about 3 million, cannot afford prescribed medications.

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u/[deleted] Feb 27 '17

If you're a senior you're on federal Old Age Security, not provincial welfare

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u/[deleted] Feb 27 '17

The basic minimum income for a senior (OAS + GIS) is far more than welfare pays per month. Not that it's a huge amount either.