Things are run differently in our respective countries. As long as we are contributing in some way to the upkeep of the society in which we live, and helping to look after people less fortunate than ourselves, I'm not going to quibble too much about which tax it comes out of.

I agree with you Sunshine. The system must not be dismantled, but fixed. People like us can do the best we can. Maybe the escalating costs of medications will eventually force the medical establishment to consider alternatives which are cheaper and also healthier.