GC43 or earlier GC16 National Health Insurance (1954N132) BE IT RESOLVED THAT this council expresses its considered opinions regarding National Health Insurance as follows:COMMEND the federal, provincial and municipal governments’ concern for progress made to date in providing more adequate health services, increasing the number of hospital beds and in related ways improving preventive, diagnostic, remedial and other forms of medical and surgical care and treatment.COMMEND all organizations and agencies that promote voluntary health and hospitalization insurance plans.URGE all responsible governmental authorities in cooperation with the medical, dental, nursing and related professions to move as quickly as possible to the establishment of an integrated and contributory National Health Insurance program. GC16 1954 ROP, p.77 Save to PDF True Document Date July 31, 1954 Document Type Social Policy Originating Body Other Topic Health Latest News 45th General Council makes clear commitments to Just Peace regarding Palestine and Israel 45th General Council recalled to deal with unfinished, urgent business on Sept. 13; several proposals dealing with Palestine and Israel receive overwhelming support. Dreaming a Better World into Being: For the Sake of God’s Beloved World Following General Council 45, the church issued a renewed commitment to justice, peace and the flourishing of all peoples. Taking Care of Business Commissioners and guests invited to complete the cycle of General Council business at a recall meeting on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 11 am ET.
