How about those crazy democrats....

DannyCox · 03-22-2010

Keep in mind that we also have Private Insurers here in Canada. Our health care system offers basic health which is really just fine. The private Insurance adds extra things to your health care like quick and free (after a typical yearly deductible) testing, prescription drugs, dental, eyewear, etc.

I've always found it ridiculous that the US is the only first world nation without health care for all, and has the lowest life expectancy. Even in Canada, we are way behind most countries in Europe. But at least we don't have to worry about losing our homes if we get sick.

The US really does have the best in health care, but it's only available for those few that can afford it. Wealthy Canadians, and wealthy people from other countries, will travel to the US for health care. But the health care they are purchasing is far beyond anything even US insurance companies will cover.

The Republicans recently made a big deal about one of our Provincial Premiers (same as a State Governor), Danny Williams from Newfoundland, going to the US for some testing and care. They neglected to point out that the dude is rich and went to a medical facility that doesn't take any sort of insurance, from anyone! He paid out of pocket just as anyone would.

Welcome to the 21st Century, my American Brothers!

03-22-2010	#9
DannyCox I like cheese Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Montreal, QC, CA Posts: 1,185	Re: How about those crazy democrats.... Keep in mind that we also have Private Insurers here in Canada. Our health care system offers basic health which is really just fine. The private Insurance adds extra things to your health care like quick and free (after a typical yearly deductible) testing, prescription drugs, dental, eyewear, etc. I've always found it ridiculous that the US is the only first world nation without health care for all, and has the lowest life expectancy. Even in Canada, we are way behind most countries in Europe. But at least we don't have to worry about losing our homes if we get sick. The US really does have the best in health care, but it's only available for those few that can afford it. Wealthy Canadians, and wealthy people from other countries, will travel to the US for health care. But the health care they are purchasing is far beyond anything even US insurance companies will cover. The Republicans recently made a big deal about one of our Provincial Premiers (same as a State Governor), Danny Williams from Newfoundland, going to the US for some testing and care. They neglected to point out that the dude is rich and went to a medical facility that doesn't take any sort of insurance, from anyone! He paid out of pocket just as anyone would. Welcome to the 21st Century, my American Brothers! __________________ iAmateurs Network Amateur Niche Affiliate Programs