A recent update from the C.D. Howe Institute confirms that trends observed in earlier studies continued into 2022.
Patented medicines make up approximately 47 per cent of all drug sales in Canada.
Healthcare spending could rise to $9,054 per capita.
Uncertainty remains regarding the role of private insurers.
Quebec and British Columbia have the highest life expectancy rates in North America.
Among 30 countries, Canada rates third last for average real GDP per capita growth.
Mortality trend and research analysis shows education more important than wealth.