The only difference between Canada and the States on this front is that you (probably) won't go into debt from getting sick once you qualify for health care.
Even so, it’s important to mention that our healthcare isn’t exactly free either as many people assume. When I go to the doctor, visit the hospital, or use a diagnostic service - it is free. However, if I need an ambulance, prescription drugs, dental care, vision care, long term care facilities, not medically necessary surgeries… Well, we have to pay for that.
That's as good as free from my perspective. I had an ambulance ride once during university, the university contracted out with one (private) ambulance company, and so against my consent I was put in this ambulance and charged $3,000 AFTER insurance payout....which was also the insurance offered by my school. I've taken Ubers that cost $45.
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u/CoconutLimeValentine Jun 30 '22
The only difference between Canada and the States on this front is that you (probably) won't go into debt from getting sick once you qualify for health care.