Can I go to Canada for medical treatment?

Can I go to Canada for medical treatment?
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If you have that type of problem that requires immediate attention, walk into an emergency room of a State hospital. They will not turn you away even if you don’t have insurance. Cook County Hospital in Chicago is an example.
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