Let’s talk about health and healthcare!

Discussion Topics

Your country

1. How does the health care system in your country work? Is there a universal healthcare system in your country? Is healthcare free?
2. What are the most important healthcare issues in your country? What can be done to improve the health care system in your country?
3. Are health workers well paid in your country?
4. Is it easy to book an appointment with your GP (General Practice doctor)? Do you have to wait long to see your doctor?
5. Do you think that people who are addicted to cigarettes, alcohol or drugs should be entitled to free healthcare?

Your experiences

1. What attitudes do doctors and nurses have towards patients? Describe the experiences you and/or your family members have had?
2. In your opinion, is there a difference between a doctor and a good doctor?
3. In what ways do you try to stay healthy?
4. Have you ever tried traditional and/or alternative medicine? Do you think it is a good alternative to modern medicine?
5. Would you ever consider plastic surgery? Do you think plastic surgeries should be free?

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