A SOC 180 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Menopause, Independent Community And Health Concern, Sub-Saharan Africa
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Rising health costs: in 2010, americans spent . 6 trillion on healthcare. The us ranks 47th in average life expectancy. Infant mortality is associated with: number of health care professionals, nutritional intake, sanitation, health facilities, and general health environment; the us ranks last among 23 wealth countries in its infant mortality rate. The us ranks 54th out of 191 countries in terms of the fairness of its healthcare system. The infant mortality rate is 2x as high as south korea and 3x more than sweden. Traditionally, hospitals were run by churches, universities, and municipalities. Since the 1960s, for-profit hospitals and chains have emerged. Health insurance firms are for-profit: try to enhance profits through. Hiring adjusters to make inspection of claims. Health insurance is crucial: many americans have inadequate coverage. Doctors used to practice alone: today, 93% of medical school graduates will work in a hospital system, clinic, or other large setting.
