Health care for citizens Do you think a government should use tax dollars to ensure quality health care for its citizens, or that health care should be the responsibility of individuals? I believe that a government should use a part of collected taxes on citizens' health. A government has enough money to provide quality of its healthcare system. Let's consider the ways a government could accomplish this goal. First of all, some people can't afford medical treatment. They are usually senior citizens, physically disabled people, and orphans. Who will help those people if a government decides to delegate this responsibility to individuals? Only a government can collect money and create a budget, which will include the spendings on those who are in need. Of course, there are private clinics, but someone should pay for their service. In my country, every citizen can get medical treatment for free. The main drawback is that the quality of the service is not as good as in private clinics. But it's definitely better than nothing. Secondly, a government should control health institutions. All organizations which provide health service must be authorized by experts. Otherwise, people could become victims of non-professional treatment. For example, an unqualified doctor can prescribe medication which will harm his/her patient. I think that the special government agencies should control clinics and hospitals. They have to check the qualifications of employees, quality of equipment and hygiene. Overall, a government must ensure the quality of health care for its citizens. Taxes allow them to get the money they need to do that. Moreover, citizens are the most valuable asset of any government. Therefore, their health is the top priority.