Taiwan’s Healthcare System
No matter where you live, going to the doctor can be a stressful thing. That may be down to the reason for the visit, but you may also be concerned about the quality of care or the bill you’ll have to pay on the way out. Before a trip to the clinic, though, some people in Taiwan visit temples to pray for good health. That’s despite the healthcare here being one of the world’s best. But with a rapidly aging society and higher wages pulling medical professionals oversees, its foundations are increasingly under strain. In this episode of Gen Taiwan, we hear from the frontline workers confronting the challenges facing Taiwan’s healthcare system.
