In Brazil, health care is a right
This week's strife over health care in the U.S. contrasts with societies like Brazil, where health care is considered a commonly shared responsibility. Read the full story
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This is a bit of an oversimplification. Saying something is a right is easier than delivering. The article points out that not all Brazilians have access. Whether comprehensive health care is a right is an open question. I don’t think there’s as much controversy over whether public health is important to society (immunizations, substance abuse reduction, clean water, etc.) and many people see an obligation to reduce suffering.