I see you guys dont realize what Obamacare is all about.
The govt healthcare in Israel has many lousy doctors. Someone with a serious medical condition may need to see private doctors. There are even private hospitals. There are procedures that are not covered. Also, many times for serious sicknesses the cholim need to travel overseas for better doctors or care.
Many people that come saying their brother/father is sick, are collecting for the family since the breadwinner is unable to work.