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Tuesday, March 18, 2008

The Governor's Select Committee on Health Care

Join the Governor's Committee on April 2nd from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Kootenai Medical Center and share your opinions on:

  • More graduate Medical education training programs
  • Easier access to Medical school education
  • Expansion of nurse education opportunities
  • Health coverage for all Idaho citizens (2 options)
  • Reduction of instances of chronic disease and obesity
  • Incentives for wellness and penalties for unhealthy behaviors
  • A primary "medical home" for all Idaho citizens
  • Assist physicians in updating to electronic health records
  • Health benefits expansion to include mental health and substance abuse treatment
  • Your concerns and ideas about health care
To review the Governor's Idaho Health Care Summit recommendations, click HERE