I think that the Canadian Health Crae system is great. I have never waited in line at the Dr.'s office, I have never waited more that an hour or so in emerg. All of my health needs are paid for except dental and I have a personal plan for that. Universal health care may not be perfect but it sure beats having none at all, or only having coverage for those who can afford it.
   When something is free, people will, and do sometimes, abuse it. This drives up costs. Is there a funding problem, yes, is there the waiting times problem, in some cases yes. But my experience and observation is that those who are in need of care get it.
   You have to admire any country that believes that all of its people are entitled to health care. I can't understand why all countries, particularly wealthy ones, do not share the same committment to the citizens.