Quote:I've got direct family that's been screwed by Canada's medical system had an uncle almost die waiting for approval for a life saving surgery. Had an aunt that ended up getting a necessary operation here because the wait was over a year in Canada for approval. I known for a long time some of our family wouldn't even bother trying to see a doctor for minor colds you'd either be over it or hospitalized by the time they see you.

I know many who live there. Most do not complain. Well, they do, like we do, but no one has filed bankruptcy due to medical expenses. Vaccines are free. Hospital stay doesnt break the bank, and crazier..the meds that are developed here, manufactured here are cheaper there. Their waiting time at an emerg is no different than here. Long. Yes, smaller towns have trouble with the amount of doctors, but Bostwick Fl, Ft.White, Melrose, Miconopy...arent loaded down with physicians either. 

I dont have the answer, but for people to go bankrupt or have decide on food or meds is a disgrace. we dont want free healthcare, but you think the guys getting shot almost daily here and needing medical attention are paying their bill?

Its a complicates and sore subject.

Legalize weed. Tax it heavily and put into a healthcare fund? 

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