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Updated 1/23/12
Canada
Overview
HIV/AIDS
Prescription Drugs
Tobacco
Wellness
Resources
Overview
These materials provide an overview of Canada in the areas of health, healthcare, health-related legislation, and benefits.
Profile: Health and Health Systems — December 10, 2010 
This profile provides information about the health and health care systems in Canada. It also includes demographic, economic, and environmental factors that may impact the health and well-being of an employer's workforce there.
Health Benefits Fact Sheet — December 10, 2010
This fact sheet provides an overview of health benefits practices and wellness initiatives in Canada.
HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS Impact and Response by Country — January 23, 2012
This spreadsheet provides information about HIV/AIDS prevalence, legislation, prevention and treatment in 17 different countries. Employers should consider using this information as they plan their HIV education programs and benefit strategies in their worldwide locations. The countries targeted include Brazil, Canada, China, India, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.
Prescription Drugs
Generic Vs. Brand Name Drugs Frequently Asked Questions – December 13, 2010
This FAQ provides information about generic and brand name drugs for employees in the U.S. and Canada.
Tobacco
Tobacco: The Business of Quitting – July 22, 2011
This website gives an overview of tobacco use, tobacco-related health information, workplace usage, available tobacco cessation treatment options, and resources in Canada.
Wellness
Standard Market Practice in Health Promotion – December 10, 2010
This report provides context on employer's health promotion practices in Canada. The report includes background, program strategy and status, program types, staff support, complexities and barriers, data and measurement, project information, and recommendations for employers.
Health Resources Guide – December 10, 2010
This resource guide includes information on health and wellness vendors, government agencies, medical associations, and advocacy organizations in Canada.
Immunization Recommendations – December 10, 2010
This document reports the recommendations for children and adult vaccinations in Canada.
Resources
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