Would it be more accurate to refer to american health care as Wealth Care instead?

Answer 1

Hmmmm. There is something so wrong about this. If this is a nation under God, as so many seem to think it is and they say they have Christian morals, then why is this such an issue? What comes to my mind when I see and hear these things is a part of a sermon I heard. If you aren't a Christian, that's fine, read it anyways. :)

"Those who have been hurt and are suffering need someone to care about them. Instead of looking on and saying, “There but for the grace of God go I,” we need to get involved as grace givers. Some people are in trouble through no fault of their own, like the lost boys of Sudan who are now refugees among us, and they need someone to come alongside them. Others have brought pain and sorrow upon themselves by letting harmful habits run rampant and getting into all kinds of addictions. If we open our ears and eyes, we can hear their cries for help. There are those who see themselves as victims and dwell on their afflictions, like the hypochondriac who died at the age of 98 and had inscribed on his tombstone, “I told you I was sick.” Even though we have our reservations, God has called us to reach out and touch them too.

And there are poor people, unemployed people, lonely people, battered and broken people across this city, nation and throughout the world who are waiting, hoping and praying that someone will come to help, to heal and to love them back into life once more.

When we see them, or hear about them, we Christians cannot afford the luxury of standing by at a distance and saying, “There but for the grace of God go I.” Because we, all of us, belong to God’s family, He loves each one of us no more and no less than the next, and He expects us to reach out to one another, just as Jesus did, with the healing power of His amazing grace."

I'm not hearing the There but for the grace of God go I, I'm hearing survival of the fittest. I'm hearing a passing of judgement on people, even on ones you don't even know. And even if they do make bad choices, are we suppose to turn our backs on them?

Not everyone is going to be in a profession that makes alot of money, that can't happen. So are we to punish these people because of that? Do we punish the people that work in areas that don't provide heath insurance? Or people that just can't afford the medical premiums that insurance companies charge, do we say oh well, not my problem?

Lord, I hope that's not what we have become.

Answer 2

LOL. Not entirely accurate, as most Americans who are insured aren't necessarily wealthy, although it can be assumed that those who are in the highest income brackets are the ones who receive the BEST care available on the market. Of course, this is true even in countries with socialized medicine (as the very rich travel elsewhere to get faster treatment).

It would be best if the US would focus more on preventative, primary care rather than wait for people to come down with chronic/debilitating illnesses and end up spending lots more money in the long run.

Answer 3

This is truly sad. For a country that is suppose to care so much for human life.

You are pro-life, but only when it comes to the unborn, after that it's screw you. That makes sense.

How many children are un-insured in this country? 9 million? Under 18. Many with both parents working with jobs that don't provide medical insurance.

To qualify for Medicaid, you have to be below the poverty level.

To qualify for the SCHIP, a family of 4 must not make more than $19,971 a year.That's a maximum of 200% above the poverty level. And that is just to get the kids covered.

And this is okay with everyone? These people pay into the system. Why is it so hard to help them?

This just amazes me!!

I work 2 jobs, neither pay medical. After rent, utilities, gas, food, car payment, car insurance (that's ironic), taxes and expenses, I don't have enough for the $385 that they want for medical insurance every month.

Maybe I need to go out and become a criminal. Would that be so bad? They get food, housing, medical. Yes, that's the answer.

Answer 4

Sure, particularly if you are an agenda-driven, Kool-Aid sipping liberal who doesn't care about the facts. I don't know ANYONE who goes without health care in the US; although, I know lots of people who struggle with some prescription costs and medical bills.

I've been hearing a LOT about how wonderful Cuba's health care system is. Isn't it odd how people risk their very lives to escape THAT country and THAT wonderful health care system for our so-called Wealth Care system? The poorest people in the world WANT to come here, despite your suggestion that they can't get health care. Back to Cuba! I wonder ... is Elian Gonzalez happy with his health care coverage?

Answer 5

75% of all Americans have some form of health care and the majority of those that do would probably not be considered wealthy. It is true that if you have money you can afford better care but then again if you can not pay and show up at the emergency room the hospital has to take you regardless of your ability to pay. Don't believe Michael Moore.

Answer 6

if I had rich buddies and rigged two elections and could have our military die to earn lots of money on a illegal irrational war and just piss everyone off like a grandiose cowboy


.....why i'd keep hooking up my health care buddies too.

screw the people!

OK- so I am not Bush- but it did sound convincing!

Answer 7

I have no problem with my healthcare, I go to work and do what I am supposed to do and everything works out fine. I hear Hugo Chavez is looking for more residents in Venezuela.

Answer 8

My health care works just fine... how about climbing the ladder instead of reaping the benefits of those you have climb it for you?

Answer 9

Wealthcare. too bad for the people of this country.

Answer 10

That would depend on if you were talking to the Dr or the patient.