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5 people from around the world share what it's like to have single-payer healthcare

Chris WellerAug 9, 2017, 22:12 IST

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The United States is one of four countries (and the only industrialized country) that lacks universal healthcare.

Some proponents of the US model say this increases people's level of choice, allowing citizens to pick the plan that is right for them.

Advocates for a single-payer model argue government-funded care significantly reduces cost and provides a stronger social safety net.

Business Insider spoke with a handful of people around the world to find out how single-payer actually shakes out.