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Originally Posted by calgarygeologist
We might as well abolish the public health care system and just go to a private system where users pay for whatever treatment they need. Many healthcare visits are avoidable. Why should taxpayers have to pay for injuries resulting that occur when individuals make the decision to partake in activities such as football, hockey, skiing, etc?
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Agreed. Do people enjoy doing sports? Driving ATVs? Drinking alcohol? Skiing?
Avoiding injury isn't possible and risky behaviours are a spectrum, not a black and white issue. Where would we draw the line?