[pierrem15]

The Europeans also allow the sale of many medications over the counter that require a prescription in the US, like acetaminophen with codeine, and a wider variety of NSAIDS and digestive-related medications. We usually stock-up when we visit relatives.

Almost the whole medical system in the US is a scam. Except for exotic cancer treatments, outcomes are as good or better in Europe than here.

I had to go to an ER in Warsaw last week. Brand new, saw a doctor in 15 minutes. The visit, plus blood work and 1.5 liters of IV fluids and IV pain killers was less than $200.

[Sequoyah101]

Yes. Us medicine for s a legend in its own mind. An empire out to fleece the sheeple. Inefficient uncaring and over priced.