We managed to make it six whole months here without needing to see a doctor for anything, but Zach and I broke our streak today with a visit to the "fastlege" or general practitioner for some coughing and congestion. The Norwegian health care system is what we in America would probably call "socialized" (anyone living here is given government-subsidized healthcare, so there is no charge for care for 
kids under 16 and adults pay about $25 for an office visit). Our doctor was friendly and helped educate me about the system, but definitely had some negative opinions about Americans and our overuse of antibiotics and over-the-counter cough and cold remedies. According to him, coughing is good for you when you're sick and you shouldn't try to supress it with syrup. Maybe he's right, but I'd really appreciate a good night's sleep at this point!
kids under 16 and adults pay about $25 for an office visit). Our doctor was friendly and helped educate me about the system, but definitely had some negative opinions about Americans and our overuse of antibiotics and over-the-counter cough and cold remedies. According to him, coughing is good for you when you're sick and you shouldn't try to supress it with syrup. Maybe he's right, but I'd really appreciate a good night's sleep at this point!
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