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  "path": "/news/canada/allowing-private-health-insurance-for-basic-care-could-reduce-wait-times-expand-hospital-beds-report",
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  "textContent": "OTTAWA — A new report estimates that allowing Canadians to take out private insurance for basic health care services covered by public plans could ultimately lead to double-digit reductions in patient wait times, based on policies enacted in similar countries. Read More",
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