American Tourist Lauds Greece’s Healthcare on TikTok: “In the US, It Would Cost $500”

Greece’s Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis shared a glowing endorsement of the country’s National Health System via a TikTok video posted by an American tourist in Mykonos, highlighting the stark contrast with US healthcare costs.

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In the video, the tourist recounts their experience at a Mykonos hospital: “I just left the hospital here, and they gave me IV fluids and a bag of medicine. Guess how much it cost? Zero dollars. In the US, this would’ve been $400 to $500. America’s healthcare system is a scam.”

Georgiadis reposted the video on X, commenting, “Let’s share the good news! Check out what an American tourist had to say about our healthcare system on TikTok. It’s something to celebrate!”

Δείτε τί ανέβασε ένας Αμερικανός τουρίστας στο tik tok για το σύστημα Υγείας μας. Για να λέμε και τα καλά! https://t.co/chME6DWAvQ

— Άδωνις Γεωργιάδης (@AdonisGeorgiadi) June 9, 2025

The minister’s post follows his recent highlight of improvements to the Velestino Health Center, showcasing ongoing efforts to enhance Greece’s healthcare infrastructure.