As confirmed in a new study by the Commonwealth Fund , Americans now face the worst health outcomes of all developed countries. The US also has the highest healthcare spending among these high-income nations, both per person and as GDP share. The US is the only country among these that doesn’t p
As people in the US and abroad celebrate the holiday season, policymakers, scientists, and doctors are struggling to solve the most important problems in finance and healthcare. This year has been difficult for many people around the world, bringing several interlocking crises, including the
Yoga began as a spiritual practice but has now become a popular way of promoting mental and physical well-being. In the US, yoga practice focuses on physical postures (Asana), breathing techniques (Pranayama), and meditation (Dhyana). According to research , over 36 million Americans practice yoga
Recent research indicates that there were more than 32.5 million deaths worldwide in 2019 due to selected types of chronic diseases. Cardiovascular diseases alone accounted for 17.9 million deaths, while cancer, respiratory diseases and diabetes made up the rest. However, numerous other chronic
The healthcare system has faced unprecedented challenges over the past two years. From longer patient wait times and staff shortages to misinterpretation of symptoms and incorrect diagnoses, the recent healthcare crisis has highlighted several weaknesses in how the system works. It is clear that
There is no question that the recent COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted the US healthcare system, exposing its weak vulnerabilities and creating numerous challenges for its future. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development ( OECD ), this is true for many countries
