Summary :
Most of the steps that led to medicare were forged in Saskatche - wan. The events described in this book changed the course of health care throughout Canada. There is a certain danger in listing all the times Saskatche - wan was “first,” leaving us open to charges of hero-worship, bragging, and jingoism. In this revised edition, my co-author Merle Massie and I enumerate these “firsts,” with one caveat: we do not say that all of these firsts are, therefore, key “steps” on the road to medicare that should be followed by other jurisdictions around the world. Some were. Others showcase Sask - atchewan’s vivid and path-breaking leadership. Yet we hope those connected with Saskatchewan will be proud of the recurring themes of co-operation, innovation, and rapid response to need throughout Saskatchewan’s ninety-seven year history of health care.

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