Search Resources (English): Health care delivery

Explores the patterns of health between and within Canadian cities as well as how the social and physical aspects of urban neighbourhoods and housing may be linked to people's overall health. It reviews the latest research, presents new analyses and explores relevant policies and programs. (See Details)

Analyzes stakeholder perceptions of recent “case based” funding reforms in Alberta and Ontario hospitals as a financial incentive to promote the policy goals of “equity” and “efficiency”.

Based on the fact that pregnancy and birth are normal life events. Provides a comprehensive information centre about the model of care, for both professionals and parents. (See Details)

Argues that tackling HIV/AIDS is the world’s most urgent public health challenge. Calls for a comprehensive HIV/AIDS strategy that links prevention, treatment, care and long-term support. (See Details)

Includes both a literature review and an account of discussions from focus groups about needs in, and access to, health care and social services for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and Two-Spirit communities. Topics covered include various barriers to health care, specific health issues, and neglected populations in scientific publications. Also includes recommendations on a broad range of issues, including adapting and expanding services, educating professionals, and creating healthy spaces. (See Details)

Presents the results of a national public opinion telephone poll on First Nations health issues (Canada). Includes information on First Nations views and opinions regarding certain health and health care issues, including: perceived personal health; access to health care providers; use of the health care system; satisfaction and experience with the health care system; use of, and attitudes towards, traditional Aboriginal healers and medicines; sources of health information; and, opinions on improving Aboriginal health.

Discusses the health care delivery system and the challenges it presents to women seeking services. Prepared for the Canada-U.S.A. Women's Health Forum, Ottawa, ON, 1996 (CANUSA). (See Details)

Highlights pioneering efforts made, particularly by large urban hospitals, to provide more compassionate care for women who have been abused and to ensure that women who have been abused are referred to appropriate resources. (See Details)

Examines women–centred care in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, compared with other women–centred models. Details elements that comprise all–encompassing women-centred care. (See Details)

Describes a model for health planning that places disability within a broader social and human rights approach.