In Sweden, everyone pays approx. 33% in tax and the money goes to, among other things, schools, healthcare, infrastructure, care for the elderly and more. This means that the cost is very low when I, as a sick person, seek medical care. An emergency visit costs SEK 400 in Sweden today, and it doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a small matter or an emergency with an ambulance. Of course, this creates a security that means I never have to worry about the cost in any case.

Unfortunately, of course, ignorance about Addison’s disease is also great here. Therefore, our association and all other associations in the world are working to make the diagnosis better known. Knowledge must increase so that those with the diagnosis can get the right help and support when they need it. Within emergency care, things MUST get better because those with Addison’s crisis are in a life-threatening condition.

How do you experience healthcare in your country?

/Martin Norrman