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So, we have the second highest per capita health care costs in the world (behind the US), with some of the worst outcomes/wait times in the OECD.Except that's not the result privatized healthcare would achieve, and this just shows how much of the propaganda you've been swallowing that the private health care and insurance industries are trying to feed you.
A single-payer, government-funded healthcare system offers the potential to reduce costs and improve health outcomes for everyone. By eliminating the complex web of private insurers, administrative costs can be significantly reduced. The streamlined system allows for simplified billing and lowers overhead expenses, enabling more resources to be allocated directly to patient care. Negotiating bulk purchasing of medications and medical supplies can also lead to significant cost savings. Moreover, a single-payer system prioritizes preventative care, emphasizing early interventions and proactive measures that can prevent costly chronic conditions in the long run. This approach promotes a healthier population, reducing the need for expensive treatments and hospitalizations. Additionally, a single-payer system provides equal access to healthcare, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their socioeconomic status, can receive necessary medical services. This eliminates disparities in health outcomes and creates a more equitable society where the health and well-being of all citizens are prioritized. Ultimately, by reducing costs and improving access to care, a single-payer healthcare system has the potential to generate better health outcomes for individuals and create a healthier, more prosperous society as a whole.
When do you suppose the dream of a single payer health care is going to pay off?