“Think of people you know who have passed away before reaching age 65. Statistically, half of them would still be alive if the US had the mortality rates of our peers. The US is experiencing a crisis of early death that is unique among wealthy nations.”

  • CountZero@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I’m sure those all contribute, but a lack of universal healthcare is almost certainly the biggest issue. Even with most Americans having some kind of health insurance, we are discouraged from seeking care, our system favors treatment of problems over prevention of problems, and we often receive the legal minimum of care instead of the best possible care so that insurance companies can make more money.