canadian healthcare vs US

Those are big questions, and the answers may vary among provinces, to some extent.

You know, I just don't like the demanding tone of your post, so I think I'll refrain from answering. Have you looked at the number and severity of your questions? I have better than things to do with my time, with people who treat me better. Keep reading and do your own homework.

I think you should visit a website and get solid info. All you will get here is personal views on things. The only question I can answer for sure is that all Canadian citizens are covered but certain procedures are not covered like cosmetic surgery. Good luck.

You are not important in my life, so I am not taking this personally, I simply did not like the tone of your post.

Your questions are huge, complex and plentiful. I will not spend my Sunday answering them. Do your own research.

"Nuff said.

Sorry I accidently double posted

The Canadian System has it's pros and cons. Yes things are paid for but in order to have that service we pay a higher tax rate to the government. Waiting lists are long and people suffer with their illness for a long time befroe they can receive treatment. My family has just been through this. My mother waited almost a year to have surgery for diverticulitis. She could only eat protein shakes and mashed potatoes. I inquired to going to the states and if we were able to pay for the surgery she could have it done 3 days after I called. The American system has it's pros and cons as well. I like the idea of a two teir system. There is still government funded services but there is also private services available and if you can afford to pay you go there. This will also open up the government funded services waiting list because some of the people will be able to go to the private services. It's seems to me a win win scenario. Many Canadians do not see it this way. They think that if we give up our free healthcare (it really isn't free because we pay a boat load of taxes) we are giving up the Canadian way. A two tier system gives the best of both worlds. If you are wealthy you can go and pay for your healthcare if you so desire and the others who aren't so fortunate still receive good healthcare from a government funded center.

Here is a link you might find useful. Like Mark said, your questions are big so maybe reading the link below will provide some insight.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadia...stems_compared