You know, this seems like a good place to discuss medical practices...
If you go to the Doctor for a cold, the flu, and other common ailments (Oh gee, I have a headache), you are the problem! Almost all cases of these ailments are not only normal (in that they will progress their course), but going to the Doctor will only add to your cost and MINE! So Stop it!
I am 63 years old and have never gone to the Doctor except for broken bones (and even then, I should not have for fingers). I have not had health insurance for 45 years and can’t complain. Now why can’t most of the rest of you do the same and lower health costs?
Now I understand that the last years of my life are costly but I not only refuse to use Medicare but would urge others to do the same - save elderly costs. I understand that most of the health costs occur during the latter years and refuse to be a part of the problem. If others followed suit, maybe we could save enough to make it reasonable for our children... And...let’s not forget, if you go to the hospital, you chances of additional infection increases enormously...
I’d certainly salute you for having good genes more than anything else.
Medications sell because they more or less successfully address problems of less fortunate people. Most people can treat a cold or flu at home, but if it keeps up more than a week it’s wise to see a physician to rule out complications. If you get pink eye it’s better to get antibiotic drops than to risk going blind. Etc.
Um, 'cause we are sick?
Living a healthy lifestyle such as walking at least 5 miles a day, eating whole (natural) foods, using alcohol and caffeine in moderation while staying away from tobacco entirely will likely add many years to your life and keep you from poisoning your body with prescription drugs.