General Article Healthcare systems around the world

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There are many philosophies shaping healthcare services around the world, and this article glances at some prominent examples. This may help understand why different countries experience healthcare differently.

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD. Reviewed by Sophia Coveney, B.Sc.

Healthcare in the USA

The USA does not have a universal, free healthcare program, unlike most other developed countries. Instead, in line with the free-market-virtue mindset, most Americans are served by a mix of publicly and pr...

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