Health Care is NOT a Right

*This is in favor of a viewpoint/argument that I oppose and for my writing course*

Healthcare is not universal; therefore, it is not a right to everyone. This has a direct influence on the health outcomes of individuals.  We can either base healthcare on financial status or completely have a corrupt system. Our system depends on the ability for individuals to attain quality health insurance. This is a healthcare system that is reflective of the financial status of Americans, therefore, healthcare is seen as a commodity rather than a right. We are privileged to have health care. Health care is based on the survival of the fittest here in America. There are disparities in the economy, in social classes, and in different regions of the country, so it is inevitable that there will be disparities in healthcare. We have the freedom to choose what we want in life, and we still do have the freedom to choose a medical provider, however, freedom is not free. Society is not obligated to provide access to basic quality health care.  All citizens are not created equal, so universal health care does not make sense for our society. 

The safety of one’s neighborhood has a direct effect on health, but what will parents do to support their families? Health care isn’t the priority when there are other stressors in life. There is not much knowledge around the impact of universal health care in America because it is irrelevant. We are not obligated to receive quality health care, but we are to obey the 30 human rights listed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Providing free health care to all is a bad idea because we already spend a higher percentage of GDP on health care than any other country. The health of our society is crucial, however, there are many other rights that are more essential in moving our country forward. Nowadays, individuals are running with emotions instead of basing their knowledge off of facts. This explains why some may think that they deserve premium health care service even though they lack the insurance and financial security. Just as it is our responsibility to seek our own opportunities, it is our job to do our best to prevent non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, from arising without depending on our health care providers. 

If America were to transition to government-based health care, they would not be able to handle to overload of patients in hospitals, leading to a burden on health care providers to treat every single person in this country. Health care developed as a privilege and as something that was available to only those who could afford it. We are fortunate enough to have the technology and resources that promote our health and well-being. Health care is not a flagrant disregard to human rights because it does not justify humanity. Although there is a moral principle to treat patients, there is no guarantee that care is equal across the board. We have the right to good health, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that we have the right to universal healthcare. Good health comes with many other outside factors than just quality health care. Overall, I believe health care is a privilege, not a right to all American citizens.