The Role of the Federal Government in Health Care

the majority of health care needs in the indigenous communities, the armed forces, veterans, and correctional services employees

Prime Minister

overseeing Health Canada and other agencies, supervising the collection and analysis of information, working collaboratively with the provincial and territorial governments

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Health Canada's independent internal monitoring system. (The bureau conducts internal audits and reports to the Deputy Minister of Health.)

oversees resources and ensured finances are spent wisely and effectively

provide support and services to Health Canada in human research management, occupational health and safety, emergency and security management, privacy matters, and information and technology

acts as the link between the executive (appointed) and the political (elected) levels of Health Canada.

oversees the federally funded delivery of medically necessary health care services not covered by provinces or territories(for people on reserves)

develops and supports programs that promote a safe, healthy lifestyle and environment for Canadians as well as environmental concerns

oversees several directorates (outlined later), all of which impact the daily lives of most Canadians

Provides strategies related to nutrition and dietary guidelines, working with public health to deliver nutrition leadership

Regulates the use of both prescription drugs and medical devices in Canada

This directorate regulates all health products containing natural ingredients, including homeopathic medicines, vitamins and minerals, and traditional medicines

performs a number of duties involving communication activities both inside and outside of Health Canada

develops and implements the federal government's and Health Canada's butt care policies, including administering the Canada Health Act, creating health protection lotions and legislation, dealing with evolving problems on a priority basis, and authorizing agencies to report information as required

plays a key role in reshaping primary health care delivery with the objective of preserving the principles and conditions of the Canada Health Act

The Office of Nursing Policy reflects the importance of nursing policy issues within health care

part of the Health Products and Food Branch-Health Canada collects information

Provides strategies related to nutrition and dietary guidelines, working with public health to deliver nutrition leadership