Yes, they do advertise prescription drugs here, both in magazines and on television. It's usually worded in phrases such as, "If you suffer from (illness), talk to your doctor about (medicine). Doctors still need to write prescriptions, but things like strong antacids and allergy medications seem to be coming out of 'prescription-only' status and are available "over the counter".

Drug companies also market directly to the doctors and you can see everything from calendars to clocks to magnets and pens and notepads, etc, all with the drug name and logo.

As far as vaccinations, they aren't typically done at school (though they did for the recent H1N1 flu virus a couple of years ago). They are usually done at the doctor's office and are paid for by insurance or public healthcare financing (Medicaid or Medicare). Around influenza season, lots of hospitals and clinics have "flu clinics" where the public can get flu shots, usually for free.

I've always wondered how national healthcare worked. Are you able to see any doctor you want? Is everything paid for, or do you pay for certain things?