Health Care

I am going to use this forum to spout off about health care. I know, it has nothing to do with writing, but maybe in writing about it, I will at least put it out there. I may not exorcise any demons, but others will be aware they exist.

We have a health care crisis in this country. The crisis is that the insurance companies have become our doctors. We have taken health care out of the equation. It is strictly a business deal for the insurance company. They deny claims for those who are really in need.

Imagine you suddenly are exhibiting signs of cancer. Your energy level has dropped, you are having cramps in your belly, and there is blood in your urine. Now it could be endrometritis, or a simple infection. Your doctor wants to do an ultrasound to find out. In the meantime, you are not able to sleep from the cramps, your job is suffering because of your lack of energy, and your home life has fallen into disrepair. Dishes have piled up, and laundry is just too much effort.

The doctor wants to do the ultrasound to check on your uterus, but he has to wait. He needs permission from your insurance company. So for two weeks the pain and the panic grow.

Who made the insurance company God? Politics.

Now imagine this same scenario and you have no health insurance. You don't have the money to pay for an ultrasound. You are without any recourse.

For many Americans this is a reality. Our quality of life has taken a nose dive. How can we say we are the best nation on earth, when we so clearly lack in this area?

I love my country. I love my neighbors. Lets fix this problem!