The document discusses and compares public and private health care systems around the world. It provides details on the public health care systems in countries like the UK, Mexico, Germany, and Canada. It notes that Canada's public health care system began in the 1940s and was pioneered by Tommy Douglas. The document also discusses private health care in countries like Canada and the US. It provides statistics on health care spending and outcomes in countries like Canada, the US, and Cuba. It discusses Michael Moore's documentary "Sicko" which compared various countries' health care systems.