Hassan Yussuff: Canada needs a single-payer, universal prescription drug program

Patricia is a 61-year-old woman who takes medication for some fairly common health issues including arthritis, high cholesterol, a thyroid condition and chronic pain management. She retired three years ago after a 35-year career in a unionized job with prescription drug coverage.
In retirement, Patricia’s drug coverage has a cap of $2,000 per year, so her coverage maxes out just before Thanksgiving. Since she is not yet a senior, she isn’t eligible for government assistance. Patricia