The Danes consistently score high on the lists of the happiest people. This article explains the Danish happiness with their satisfaction with their health care system. More than other Europeans, the Danes feel secure. The system delivers quality health care to all and costs Denmark only two-thirds what the United States spends. They have also found that the fairest and most efficient way of paying for their system is through income tax.
The Danes have better health care, pay more taxes and are happier
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