Reply #21: I completely disagree with you . COMPLETELY - seriously [View All]

[SmileyRose]

I just don't agree with the "guaranteed healthcare for all" mindset. I just don't. It fosters running to a doctor for every sniffle and giving people the idea that the government should have it's ass sued off if they don't approve a heart lung transplant for a 93 yr old person who smoked 70 years.

Yes, I believe strongly in access to basic medical, dental and mental health care for everyone. However, just because someone thinks they have a right to an MRI doesn't mean that's the most cost effective way to treat the problem. I guess I'm just saying I want people to think of medical care as an expensive commodity. There is going to be rationing of some sort. It will come in the form of choosing who gets what, how long we wait, and even what options are available. Other countries that do this have found a way to get better overall health of their citizens for far less money spent - but it's not without it's issues. In France, the doctors and nurses are up in arms often regarding the pay structure. In Britain, costs are becoming a major problem and obesity seems to be raising. In some areas of Canada, wait times are becoming an issue. I want "socialized" medicine of some form, it's a MUCH better system than this corporate predator system we have now. But I don't want us to think in terms of "guarantees".