Hip replacements have experienced rapid technological advancement. Surgeons predict that within the next few years, some patients may be treated on an outpatient basis — in at 8 a.m., out in the evening. The surgical procedure, actual replacement unit and improved rehabilitation have combined to restore function quickly. Read the full article … [Read more...] about Curing the ‘cost disease’ in health care
Archives for June 2017
Health costs rise as tech prices plummet — but why? (Part 1)
I have just had my hip replaced, one of approximately 1,500 similar procedures to be performed in Manitoba this year. Aside from the nervousness I experienced since my hips are close to where I normally keep my brains, the experience afforded me an opportunity to reflect on the state of health-care costs. Read the full article … [Read more...] about Health costs rise as tech prices plummet — but why? (Part 1)
Mad Cow disease holds surprising lessons
The BSE crisis teaches us lessons to this day. For most of us, the year 2003 is of no importance. However, an event occurred then that holds useful lessons in the current political and economic environment. Read the full article … [Read more...] about Mad Cow disease holds surprising lessons