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Over the last two weeks, we have visited two incredible museums having to do with medicine. Obviously these were of interest to me since I am following into that career path. The first was the Museum of the Mind and the second the Natural History Museum of Medical Arts. Both were incredibly fascinating and confirmed the path I was taking as a biology major. Some aspects were definitely more disturbing to see like a room with models of different scenarios of childbirth. Let me just say, some people were debating motherhood.

The Romans have a truly healthy way of living. It seemed extremely strange at first because as Americans we are used to some of the most unhealthy food in the world. Not only is their food more healthy, but Romans walk everywhere and I do not exaggerate. I can't tell whether it is the need to stay off the crazy streets, look at the beautiful sights, or just because they want some fresh air, but they love to travel on foot. The Romans are much healthier than us Americans because at the age of 16 we are able to go off and drive anywhere we want.

Our health is definitely something we have control over. Of course I think it is a different case when it comes to genetic diseases and illnesses that we are born with. The choices of eating, drinking, and exercising all depend on ourselves. Only we can take responsibility for our well being and we should take control of the possible outcomes. We have the obligation to go on frequent doctor visits, if possible, and take care of our bodies. While doctor visits are important, it all starts with how we handle ourselves.

In class, we discussed on how Americans have access to such great health care, yet many of them do not receive it. Whilst in Canada everyone receives health care, yet it is not the best. Why is that? In the health care book it mentions how Canada does not receive the amount of funding for hospitals as the United States does because it is all government based. That to me does not seem like very reliable. How can people take control of their health if they are not receiving the greatest care they could possibly receive? If my health depended on it, I would definitely stay in the United States for its hospitals rather than Canada's.