Which seven countries are not free of charge?

Seven countries do not provide free medical care: New Zealand, Ireland, Australia, Canada, South Africa, India and the United States.

According to relevant public information, all seven countries have different levels of medical and health systems, but due to their own historical, economic and cultural reasons, the degree and coverage of government subsidies for medical services are not the same, so not all medical services are free. The reason is that most of the medical systems in these countries are operated and funded by private institutions, rather than government support and funding.

Not all areas in these countries have free medical care. It should be noted that although medical care in these countries is not completely free, in order to protect people's basic medical needs, these countries usually provide government-funded medical insurance plans, so that people can get basic medical services without paying excessive medical expenses.

Current medical situation in China:

China implements a universal medical insurance system, aiming at protecting the health rights and interests of every citizen. The latest data shows that by 2022, China has achieved a population coverage rate of more than 95%, and this number is increasing. This means that most people in China enjoy basic medical insurance, and they can get financial support through the medical insurance system, thus reducing the burden of medical expenses.

According to official data, the number of primary medical institutions in China has exceeded 90,000, including township hospitals and community health service centers. These institutions provide comprehensive basic medical services, enabling people to seek medical treatment nearby and get timely medical assistance. In China, medical expenses are paid in different levels according to different medical insurance policies and personal income.