Is Medicare-for-All (M4A) a Good Proposition in the U.S.?
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Is Medicare-for-All (M4A) a Good Proposition in the U.S.?
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People will be less careful about their well-being if health coverage is free
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Sep 06, 2024 at 21:35 (UTC) Submission Time
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When healthcare is guaranteed, people may become less responsible for their own health, adopting unhealthy lifestyles or neglecting preventive measures, knowing that treatment will always be available.

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The physical suffering from diseases is enough to make people avoid getting sick
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Sep 06, 2024 at 21:36 (UTC) Submission Time

Even with free healthcare, the physical suffering caused by illnesses and diseases will still motivate people to take care of their health. The desire to avoid pain and discomfort remains a strong deterrent to neglecting one’s health.

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Financial setbacks are enough to make people avoid getting sick
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Sep 06, 2024 at 21:37 (UTC) Submission Time

The financial and career impact of illness (missed work, loss of productivity) incentivizes people to maintain their health, even in a system where healthcare is universally available.

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