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Saturday, July 05, 2008
Saskatchewan! Healthy people. A healthy province.
Health Budget 2008-2009 Highlights
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If you or a family member will be out of the province for more than three months, you need to make sure your health coverage remains in place. Call Health Registration at 1-800-667-7551. Read more about health benefits.

Drug Plan & Extended Benefits

The program removes cost barriers to appropriate medical treatment for children who require an insulin pump to manage their diabetes.

Residents who require immediate treatment with covered prescription drugs and are unable to cover their share of the cost may access the "Emergency Assistance Program."
Benefits for low-income working families
Recipients of income supplement programs also receive some health benefits.
The Palliative Care Drug Program provides drug plan benefits for patients who are in the late stages of a terminal illness.
Benefits available to assist people with long term disabilities or illnesses in leading more independent and active lifestyles.

The Special Support Program is designed to help those whose drug costs are high in relation to their income.

Those who qualify for Supplementary Health benefits are eligible for a number of health services and products.

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