Healthcare, a choice or necessity?

lily2021 · Post by **lily2021** » 14 Jun 2021, 15:19

In my opinion, healthcare is more of a necessity than a choice. There are many times we have no option but to get medical attention. However, in a few isolated cases, we can choose to go without medical attention, even if that might be to our detriment.

Namitha Iyer · Post by **Namitha Iyer** » 14 Jun 2021, 22:59

Healthcare is definitely a necessity. While there is some research across different nations that indicate that in low-to-middle income countries, healthcare is viewed as a "luxury" and in high-income countries, it is considered a "necessity" but the fact that it is essential in everyday life is not disputed. Just because some countries view it as luxury does not mean that they think it is a non-essential commodity; it simply means that they do not have easy access to it. I am inclined to strongly agree with the author with regard to this statement. Viewing healthcare as a choice can possibly be life-threatening and dangerous to society at large.

Vine Michael · Post by **Vine Michael** » 15 Jun 2021, 01:21

For me I think healthcare is a necessity. I also know that it all has to do with a person's choice but most often than not, they end up regretting it at a critical time in their lives. Healthcare makes sure you're a bit prepared in the off chance that there a health emergency.

Kiran Kanwar · Post by **Kiran Kanwar** » 15 Jun 2021, 01:35

I think healthcare is a necessity and in my country, the government provides several health insurance programmes and a large percentage of people are part of those programmes. So, healthcare is a necessity and having insurance is very vital. I think almost everybody does have health insurance, whether provided by the government or by private agencies.

Gabrielle D 1 · Post by **Gabrielle D 1** » 15 Jun 2021, 12:10

I definitely agree that healthcare is a necessity. I have an underlying condition and my insurance is not the greatest, so I end up spending a lot of money on healthcare. I try to only go when it is absolutely necessary, which is also not the greatest thing to do either.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 15 Jun 2021, 13:02

Goodness C N wrote: ↑14 Jun 2021, 13:15 Clearly, it is a necessity. Because in whatever way we want to shy away from the truth. At some point in our life, we must seek medical attention. Just like death, it is inevitable.

I agree it is a necessity, but it is also something that not everyone can afford. And, even though most people would say necessity, there are people who simply will not get healthcare, no matter what is going on in their life. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

Katherine Smith · Post by **Katherine Smith** » 15 Jun 2021, 16:19

I agree with the author because we will all need to use healthcare services at some point in our lives. Most of us will see that need increase as we get into our sixties and develop issues related to the aging process. I also think that those who are born with illnesses or develop health issues as they grow up need medical care at a greater rate than others. Ad this pandemic has all shown us, we should not take our health for granted or the health care systems that we have in our communities.

Chizioboli · Post by **Chizioboli** » 15 Jun 2021, 20:29

I totally agree with this statement. Right from when everyone was born, we had one or two healthcare services delivered to us. Without those for example cutting off the umblical cord, our existence would be highly threatened. This is one example. Another is taking vaccinations. These are some of the very necessary healthcare services we should be have irrespective of societal status. This, the author was right to affirm that healthcare is not a choice but a necessity

Mimi Kenneth · Post by **Mimi Kenneth** » 16 Jun 2021, 02:14

I agree because illness is a common fact of life. Everyone is liable to get sick at one point in life, most times it's not even planned so, medical care and insurance is definitely a necessity.

Saloni Amin · Post by **Saloni Amin** » 16 Jun 2021, 05:30

Healthcare is not a choice as we never know when we might get extremely sick or need assistance from a doctor. Home remedies are temporary solution and might not help us to get cured. So I feel healthcare is a necessity.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 16 Jun 2021, 15:23

Katherine Smith wrote: ↑15 Jun 2021, 16:19 I agree with the author because we will all need to use healthcare services at some point in our lives. Most of us will see that need increase as we get into our sixties and develop issues related to the aging process. I also think that those who are born with illnesses or develop health issues as they grow up need medical care at a greater rate than others. Ad this pandemic has all shown us, we should not take our health for granted or the health care systems that we have in our communities.

I agree with you. We do all need healthcare, but not everyone can afford it. Some people tend to think it is a choice, but it is needed for everyone. I also agree that we have learned a lot of lessons from the pandemic. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 16 Jun 2021, 15:25

Chizioboli wrote: ↑15 Jun 2021, 20:29 I totally agree with this statement. Right from when everyone was born, we had one or two healthcare services delivered to us. Without those for example cutting off the umblical cord, our existence would be highly threatened. This is one example. Another is taking vaccinations. These are some of the very necessary healthcare services we should be have irrespective of societal status. This, the author was right to affirm that healthcare is not a choice but a necessity

I agree, but just going with the examples that you listed, not everyone chooses to get the vaccines, so in that way, it is a choice. I think it is a necessary thing and not one to be taken for granted. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 16 Jun 2021, 15:27

Mimi Kenneth wrote: ↑16 Jun 2021, 02:14 I agree because illness is a common fact of life. Everyone is liable to get sick at one point in life, most times it's not even planned so, medical care and insurance is definitely a necessity.

I agree that is a necessity. It is also one that not everyone chooses. In the post above this one, the example was used that healthcare is needed for vaccines, but not everyone chooses to get vaccines, so in some ways, it is a choice as well. Even for things (like vaccines) that most people would say are necessary. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 16 Jun 2021, 15:28

Saloni Amin wrote: ↑16 Jun 2021, 05:30 Healthcare is not a choice as we never know when we might get extremely sick or need assistance from a doctor. Home remedies are temporary solution and might not help us to get cured. So I feel healthcare is a necessity.

I believe it is a necessity as well, even though there are those that would disagree. It is something that not everyone takes advantage of, or can even afford. We all have a choice as to when or if we will get healthcare. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

Mutai Marshal · Post by **Mutai Marshal** » 17 Jun 2021, 04:37

Healthcare is a necessity. In the course of life, human beings encounter a plethora of health needs. While some may not require medical interventions, some cannot do without. It is, therefore, prudent to incorporate medical attention as one of the basic needs since, without it, we are deprived of optimum living standards.