Health care for citizens

Do you think a government should use tax dollars to ensure quality health care for its citizens? Or should health care be the responsibility of individuals?

I believe that a government should allocate tax revenue on citizens' health. A government has enough money to provide quality  healthcare. 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 these people if a government decides to delegate this responsibility to individuals? Only a government can collect money and create a budget - a budget which could include spending on those who are in need. Of course, there are private clinics, but one has to 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 the service provided in private clinics. But it's definitely better than nothing.

Secondly, a government should regulate health institutions. All organizations which provide health service should be (licensed?) by experts. Otherwise, people could become victims of medical malpractice. For example, an unqualified doctor could prescribe medication which will harm his/her patient. I think that special government agencies should oversee clinics and hospitals. They have to check the qualifications of employees, quality of equipment and (clinic?) hygiene.

Overall, a government must ensure the quality of health care for its citizens. Taxes allow a government to do that. Moreover, citizens are the most valuable asset of any government. Therefore, their health should be a government's top priority.