Health issues for expats in Mexico.

When you get your permanent visa you are entitled to get heath insurance in
Mexico.It's cheap and it covers more with each year.I went to a public hospital
once,I had a very serious issue going on,and was in the ER for 16 hours.I
was taken from the hospital by ambulance to an image center a few blocks away,that MRI cost me $140 dollars in pesos,the emergency drugs I was given
cost $7.43,the emergency room was free.So,when I need something done,I
go to a specialist and pay cash,it's that much cheaper then the states.
People who are growing cancer in them,have many options,from normal treatment that may or may not work,or trying a alternative treatment program.
Some just let it grow until they die.It's each persons call,no one can make for them.
Being active is easy if you live where you can walk each day,or swim in the ocean if you live near it.Golf is everywhere,horse back riding,biking,surfing,scuba diving,snorkeling,hiking,get involved with other expats.I hike 3.3 miles when I can,there is a group of women near where I live that do that,I join in with my wife Gail.
There is emergency flights for extreme illnesses if need be,I trust the doctors I see to be able to handle anything that comes up.
Check the yahoo groups in the area you want to live in and the blog's for that area for information on living in Mexico.
Senior citizens should all have people who check up on them daily,facebook for those who use that,a phone call to make sure your OK.A fall and you your life can be ruined,you know if you are frail,and fragile,make sure others know of your serious health issues.It's the same in the states,older people need to have someone who checks on them.We,the expats who live in other countries are better prepared then those who never leave the states.We are aware of how
quickly things can change for the worst,fall off a ladder,something gets broke.
The best situation is to live among  others who speak your language who can speak for you in case your unconscious,and knows what may be wrong.
Just a precaution to keep in mind while you enjoy your life abroad.