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Primary Submission Category: Mortality
Why is the US health decline not discussed in the United States?
Authors: Stephen Bezruchka,
Presenting Author: Stephen Bezruchka*
In the 1950s the United States of America ranked among the top ten nations in terms of mortality measrues of health incluidng leading the world in some. Since then many other countries have seen greater declines in morality and consequent improvements in health. Today the U.S. ranks behind all the other rich nations and an increasing number of poorer ones in health outcomes despite spending a vast sum on healthcare. While there are no contradictions to these health measures, it remains unknown to most Americans, nor taught in schools, and not discussed by politicians. Possible reasons why are explored.