BC Health Coalition applauds the new team-based primary health care strategy
May 24, 2018
Team-based strategy will ensure faster and more appropriate care For immediate release…Read More
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The BC Health Coalition regularly contributes to discussion about public health care issues in the media.
Check out our recent news releases below, along with current "health care in the news" stories. See our For the Media page for media contact information, a high resolution copy of our logo, and other useful information.
Advocates demand end to extra-billing, upset over $15.9 million federal claw back
May 1, 2018
BC Health Coalition present symbolic $15.9 million invoice to private clinics May 1, 2018 For immediate release …Read More
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BC Health Coalition welcomes BC legislation banning payment for blood and plasma collection
April 26, 2018
For immediate release Victoria - The BC Health Coalition is commending the BC government’s action today to safeguard the public blood and plasma collection system. This morning Health Minister Adrian Dix tabled the Voluntary Blood Donations Act that will ban payment for blood and plasma collection in B.C.…Read More
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LETTER: Langley senior applauds private clinic crackdown
April 12, 2018
Link to Aldergrove Star Dear Editor, What is the current government action plan to stop unlawful health care billings? We do not need USA type health care.…Read More
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Campbell River, Courtenay and District Labour Council supports government’s double-billing measures
April 12, 2018
Letter to the editor from Campbell River, Courtenay & District Labour Council (Link to the letter here) …Read More
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