It's insane that the US spends trillions on the Military but doesn't have a universal healthcare plan.

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That's awful to hear, but the worst thing is that you can't get medical treatment without having to pay. The breathing issue sounds like it needs to be checked out.
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@SW-User The public healthcare system is paid for by everyone with a job who pays tax, and it works out to be around 2% for higher income earners and less for lower. So i'm on about 40k a year at the moment and pay $600 a year to cover any hospital and doctors visits. Ambulance insurance is separate at about $60 per year and dental is not included so that's an expense worn by everyone. I understand some are upset about paying 2%, but if i can pay it easily i don't know why those wealthier have a problem. Overall it's a great system even with some flaws.
ElwoodBlues · M
@SW-User @SW-User Here's a comparison of total per capita health care spending in a bunch of developed countries. The US is truly an outlier.
https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/chart-collection/health-spending-u-s-compare-countries-2/
https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/chart-collection/health-spending-u-s-compare-countries-2/

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@ElwoodBlues Wow i didn't know it was that different
Awww, honey!! Im so sorry. Go to the hospital please. If you don't have the money, then later you can apply for the hospital's hardship program, and you won't be charged.
Coralmist · 41-45, F
You can pay off the bill eventually, but the breathing issue, I'd really try to have looked at Moon🍀🌺
Don’t take chances if you’re having breathing difficulties. Get checked out. Good luck.
Nebula · 41-45, F
I hope you will be ok 🙁

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why are you getting a ticket? you wernt at fault i hope?

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@SW-User I guess my headlights weren't on? Admittedly I've been having issues with them

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@SW-User oh well that makes sense now you are at fault, your insurance will skyrocket for sure
mondayschild2 · F
@SW-User Why not give him the good news?😒
mondayschild2 · F
I dont believe they can turn you away in emergency at the hospital. I think i would go try.
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
You may have a concussion. Be very careful

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@Jenny1234 I don't feel confused or anything. I'm aware of what's happening around me at least
I hope you sought medical care. A head injury and a possible chest injury should be evaluated. Good luck.
Go and get checked out... you have obviously injured your rib cage - and the last thing you need is your ribs in your lungs.
mondayschild2 · F
Sorry, that is terrible😕
Canuckle · 51-55, M
Wow! That really sucks! Hope you’re both okay and the other guy has insurance

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@Canuckle We both have insurance. I got the worst of it. He's ok
Canuckle · 51-55, M
@SW-User is your car a write off?

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@Canuckle Yeah it's fucked
LordShadowfire · 46-50, M
Well, you need the medical care.