Although our health service here in Australia could do with a lot more government funding to get us access to all of the drugs and tests that are available in the US, it is worth remember that not every American has such access! It is only those Americans who can afford health insurance that get this access (and even some insurance don't provide access to everything). I would much rather be looked after in a health system that at least tries hard to achieve equity of access. I am looking forward to seeing if there is any new money put aside for health in the election promises (I think I will be disappointed though)!