US ranks last in healthcare performance among high-income nations despite spending the most.

A report by The Commonwealth Fund reveals that the U.S. ranks last among high-income nations in healthcare performance, despite spending the most. The U.S. exhibits lower life expectancy and higher rates of preventable deaths compared to nine other countries. Key issues include access to care, healthcare equity, and administrative inefficiencies. The report recommends learning from better-performing nations like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK to enhance U.S. healthcare outcomes.

September 19, 2024
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