...it's probably cheaper to be in Singapore! Well, for the sick part anyway! Came down with a nasty sore throat, headache and fever yesterday so headed to a doctor today. While waiting, a woman came in with a plastic bag, into which she puked every third step. Must remember to stay away from the seafood around there!
Got into the doctor who told me it was a viral infection and I should drink plenty water and rest. No problem - I've been doing that most days anyway! She came me a load of medication to take and the whole bill came to about €19! At home, you'd be looking at €50 for the doctor and about €200 for the pharmacist!!!!!
Like most services in Singapore, the doctor speaks English and Chinese. Imagine having to know all those medical terms and ailments in 2 languages? I would have thought it was bad enough in one!
Friday, November 21, 2008
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2 comments:
Aidan,
We might pay through the nose for our services, but at least we have twice the fun with the vomiting bug in UHG, MRSA in the Galway Clinic, more stealth taxes (aka risk equalization) etc. etc.
Michael
Glad you think you're getting value for money, Michael!!!!
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