Heading for the emergency room

Economist | Jun. 27, 2009 (News Analysis)

Reforming American health care

America’s health care is the costliest in the world, yet quality is patchy and millions are uninsured. Incentives for both patients and suppliers need urgent treatment

No one will be astonished to hear that health care costs more in Indiana than in India. However, a few might be surprised to learn that Americans spend more than twice as much per person on health care as Swedes do. And many may be shocked to be told that in Miami people pay twice ... Full Story »

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by Fabrice Florin - Jun. 27, 2009

Excellent overview of key issues related to American health care reform. This thoughtful article provides good factual evidence on why reform is needed and which key challenges need to be overcome. It focuses on three issues: uneven quality of care, inadequate coverage and soaring costs. Throughout, this report examines how U.S. health care solutions compare to other countries, to identify best practices and give more context. A great primer on this important topic, from an reputable publication.

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by Doris Vician - Jun. 27, 2009

As a retired ED nurse, I can attest to the fact that if all Americans had access to primary or preventative care we could save a lot of money. As a supporter of UNIVERSAL SINGLE PAYER, HR676 or S 703, this article makes me question some of the issues raised by economists. Health care providers should be consulted not just for profit insurance companies and their shareholders. We have rationing now because many people can't afford insurance. Why did many employers move some of ... More »

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Not Enough Audacity

New York Times by Paul Krugman | Jun. 26, 2009 (Opinion)

When it comes to domestic policy, there are two Barack Obamas. On one side there’s Barack the Policy Wonk, whose command of the issues — and ability to explain those ...

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