By moosejaw1
on Aug 16, 2009  

I hope that it would work but Im not sure how commited the government would be in making it work.

By olemissgal
on Aug 16, 2009  

NO, NO, NO "NUFF SAID

By Bimbette-W
on Aug 16, 2009  

Obama is too vague on what his plan will entail -- what limitations there will be to health care, how it will work, what it will cost taxpayers? I am most concerned, however, about having the government involved in my medical choices, as well as those of my family. If, however, his plan is to provide medical care to those who are either 1) not able to afford medical insurance, or 2) out of work, then I might be able to support his plan. But I need specifics -- without those, I am not supportive.

By dales10701
on Aug 16, 2009  

I do believe that Universal Healthcare is needed in this country. Watch the movie "Sicko". It tells all about how Canada and the UK have Universal Healthcare and how well the program actually works. It's a real eye opener! I never knew that other countries had universal healthcare. I always thought that everyone else was like the US. Here in Indiana, we have HIP, it is healthcare for adults, it's a nice healthplan, but I am limited to $1100 worth of medical bills and it takes at least 45 days to get approved. I have type 2 diabetes and my husband has Sarcoidosis of the Lungs, between the two of us we need alot of medical attention, and that $1100 goes very quickly. What am I supposed to do when it runs out? I guess I'll go without medical treatments, because I definetly can't afford to pay for it.

By powellww
on Aug 16, 2009  

If it's not good enough for the world's biggest employer (the US government) it shouldn't be shoved down the peoples throats.

By jenndta69
on Aug 16, 2009  

Look, it's very simple. If you don't want it, don't get it. But don't stand in my way( or others) from getting insurance! Something is better than nothing, and that's exactly what I have.

By veggie27
on Aug 16, 2009  

I believe the right "voluntary" government healthcare program would work. If it's plan costs undercut the major insurance companies consumer end costs, I believe it may create a bit of competition for the larger insurance companies. For example, a major non-profit insurance company in my state of Michigan is always increasing rates. They just approved another rate hike for individual and group plans. Since they are non-profit, I went online to check out their latest financial statement (they are required as a non-profit to submit financial information to the government and make it publicly available). It was not surprising to see most of their investments were sub-prime, high-risk, and mortgage industry tied investments at one point. The last time they increased rates, their comment was that they had large losses in their investments (which means not an overall loss in their financials). Hmm wonder why. Part 1

By veggie27
on Aug 16, 2009  

Other item that the insurance companies don't help with are "pre-existing" conditions. What if you are misdiagnosed and now you have a pre-existing condition? The insurance company can deny claims, basic coverage, or drop the customer. Take autism for example. You may fill out numerous claim forms, etc. before they pay anything if at all (happened to a coworker). I'm 27, had a stroke a year ago caused by a hole in my heart which they closed soon after. I now have a pre-existing condition. I can't even get a basic life insurance policy now. I've been denied twice. My health is excellent now. I was barely affected by the stroke I had and don't need to see any of the doctors anymore (Before that, I had only been to the doctor about three times in the last five years for things such as the flu) People don't even believe I recently had one until I tell them. I think there is not only a lot to fix with healthcare, but, the rules of insurance as well. Part 2

By robina2
on Aug 16, 2009  

Alot of people need health care its a problem , other countries have plans and its working. i think we should give it a shot too many people are insured and cannot aford basic needs eye care dental put the plan in place then fix the flaws

By 2girlsmom
on Aug 16, 2009  

It's too much control someone else has over our personal healthcare. And we each need to be our own advocates. We make sacrifices to pay for insurance and gov't healthcare in other countries means a waiting list for care and that means lives. It's really that simple. That's how my husb.'s Grandfather died - he didn't get treatment soon enough for cancer.