How do other industrialized countries provide health care for their citizens? As we embark on health care system debates and reforms in the U.S., how does our country compare with health care systems around the world? And, what can we learn from other countries to improve our system at home? Join in the conversation with host Dr. Thad Woodard and Dr. Steven Miles (pictured right), Professor of Medicine and Bioethics at the University of Minnesota School of Medicine on Line One: Your Health Connection this afternoon at 2:00 p.m.
- Dr. Steve Miles: U.S. and Developed Countries, Comparing Health Care Systems 2009 (PDF)
- PBS Newshour: Comparing International Health Care Systems
- NPR: Compare International Medical Bills
- NPR: Health Care For All
- Kasier Family Foundation: Timeline – History of Health Reform Efforts in the U.S.
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HOST:
- Dr. Thad Woodard, Anchorage pediatrician
GUEST:
- Dr. Steven Miles,, Professor of Medicine and Bioethics, University of Minnesota School of Medicine
LIVE BROADCAST: Monday, December 28, 2009 at 2:00 p.m.
REPEAT BROADCAST: Monday, December 28, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
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