I saw the documentary Sicko about how f*%ed up the US for-profit healthcare system is. It argues for a system of free universal health care similar to that of the UK and France.

The movie is very one sided and full of Michael Moore's political BS, but it made a good argument. I'd like to hear the opinions of members in other countries about universal health care in your country.

Are you satisfied with the quality of free care?
Would you prefer a private system like the US if it meant lower taxes?
Please share any horror stories, etc