"A new cervix self-screening program will provide women with the option to receive a self-sampling kit in the mail to test for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) as an alternative to the Pap test." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19

"Coverage for Flash and Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems and supplies will be expanded, at no cost, to seniors who use insulin to manage their diabetes and meet medical criteria.

Coverage for Flash and Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems and supplies will be expanded, at no cost, to young adults ages 25 and under who use insulin to manage their diabetes and meet medical criteria."

— Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19

"The Saskatchewan Party has set a target of 500 new addictions treatment spaces over the next five years. 213 of those 500 spaces have been announced or opened." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19

"We believe in partnering with community organizations, not-for-profits, and mental health professionals to address addictions, homelessness, and mental health issues. This collaborative approach is crucial for creating an effective and compassionate support system for those most in need. These groups offer in- valuable, on the ground knowledge and expertise. By integrating existing services and resources, we aim to create pathways to ensure that individuals receive comprehensive care tailored to their circumstances. We will work with experts in the community to foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes long term solutions and stability." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Relieve pressure on Saskatoon emergency rooms, reduce wait times and improve healthcare by reopening the emergency room in Saskatoon City Hospital 24/7." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Help paramedics to get out of waiting rooms and back on the road through modernizing the Ambulance Act." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Share information with Saskatchewan people when there are unplanned emergency room closures by launching an online dashboard." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Establish an online list of family doctors accepting new patients and improve access to primary care and nurse practitioners." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We must confront the challenges of bureaucracy and inefficiency that can hinder our progress. We under- stand that managing what we are able to manage is essential to delivering quality services. That is why we will call an immediate audit of administration vs. frontline, so we can streamline bureaucracy, reduce red tape, and eliminate unnecessary layers of administration that can impede the delivery of essential services." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Invest in Community Health Advisory Networks so local communities will be heard in healthcare decision-making." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We recognize the urgent need for more healthcare professionals in Saskatchewan. To address this, we will open more medical school seats and residency spots here in the province." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will also implement a target- ed recruitment strategy that focuses on attracting nurses, doctors, lab technicians, and other medical pro- fessionals from all Canadian universities and colleges." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will offer a program similar to the Royal Military College (RMC) Officer Program, where students and new healthcare professionals will have their education paid for in exchange for a commitment to serve in Saskatchewan for a specified period of time." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Retention bonuses will be offered for healthcare professionals who choose to stay and work in Saskatchewan, ensuring that we not only attract but also retain top talent." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will also implement additional research grants and offer competitive compensation in other Canadian jurisdictions for professionals who choose to work and stay in the Saskatchewan." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Hire more doctors, nurses, paramedics and healthcare professionals to work on the front lines and at the bedside." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Bring in a Grow Your Own Strategy to train more healthcare workers here in Saskatchewan to work in Saskatchewan – with a focus on hard-to-recruit positions." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Create more permanent full-time healthcare positions to ensure frontline workers can stay in their communities and phase out Scott Moe’s costly contract positions." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Retain the healthcare workers already on the frontlines by treating them with respect and ensuring they have the tools they need to do their jobs." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Respect healthcare workers and ensure they are valued by bringing in a different approach than the Sask. Party and ending the culture of fear and reprisals." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Create a Health Human Resources Roundtable to bring together all key players to assess the current workforce and plan for the future." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Launch the nursing taskforce that the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses has been calling for for more than two years." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Reduce long-term care wait times and restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer, including those living with disabilities and other physical impairments." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We believe in partnering with community organizations, not-for-profits, and mental health professionals to address addictions, homelessness, and mental health issues. This collaborative approach is crucial for creating an effective and compassionate support system for those most in need. These groups offer in- valuable, on the ground knowledge and expertise. By integrating existing services and resources, we aim to create pathways to ensure that individuals receive comprehensive care tailored to their circumstances. We will work with experts in the community to foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes long term solutions and stability." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Additionally, a strategic recruitment initiative will be launched to attract psychiatrists and mental health professionals to the province, offering incentives such as relocation assistance, education debt payment and competitive salaries." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Increase access to mental health supports, addictions support, including counselling, prevention and early intervention services." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Reduce prescription costs by signing on to the federal government’s plan to cover insulin and contraceptives." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Provide people with timely access to life-saving tests and scans by investing in diagnostic equipment in the public system, including MRIs, mammograms, and CT scans." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Increase the number of surgeries in the public system by hiring more staff and increasing the hours of operation." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Help firefighters, burn victims and cancer patients get treatment by reopening the Moose Jaw Hyperbaric Chamber." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"Reduce long-term care wait times and restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer, including those living with disabilities and other physical impairments." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20

"A new tax credit will cover 50 per cent of the cost of a first fertility treatment and related prescription drug costs up to $20,000, for a $10,000 benefit." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19

"Fund one round of in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment for families looking to grow." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20