The Debate on Health and Public Systems in the Context of Universal Basic Services
In his article, Özcan Yazıcı examines the shortcomings of market-based health systems and the importance of universal models based on public financing through historical examples.
In an article written within the framework of the Universal Basic Services approach, the inadequacies of the market system in the field of health and the advantages of universal models based on public financing are discussed alongside historical examples.
Universal Basic Services and Health
In the third part of the Universal Basic Services article series, the health sector, which is one of the core components of the approach, is examined in detail.
The health sector is defined as a critical ground where the market system most clearly fails and where the left politics can gain a strong stronghold.
Comparison of the USA and Other Countries
The United States, the center of capitalism, has surrendered health to market logic, creating one of the most expensive and exclusionary systems.
In contrast, the experiences of countries such as the UK, Scandinavian countries, Canada, and Australia demonstrate that systems within a public and universal framework are fairer.
Historical Process in Turkey's Health System
Turkey's past also includes deeply rooted practices and significant public experiences compatible with this approach.
While the Law No. 224 dated 1961 and the health center system offered a public and primary care-weighted model, a transformation has been experienced in recent years.
New Era Restructuring Proposals
It is emphasized that during the restructuring process of health services, the scope must be universal and unconditional.
It is of critical importance that financing is provided through tax revenues and services are carried out without a profit motive.