The Epitome of Germans and their health care

Just a brief story that to me epitomizes much about Germans and the ease with which they receive healthcare. I go to a job interview at a cultural organization that is considering hiring a freelance fundraiser. My contact is late and the Director is late. When he arrives he apologizes and speaks of his coming from "reha," rehabilitation therapy. I ask him what he is getting reha for and he explains that he is having a little trouble with one of his Achille's Heals and as he is about to go on vacation he is having reha to clear up the issue so that he can enjoy his vacation. I think to myself, wow, great. Reha in order to prepare yourself for a vacation. What a way to go, guy.