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US Health Care Ranks Last Among Wealthy Nations — Study Reveals Despite Highest Spending, People Have Lower-Than-Average Life Expectancies

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A recent analysis by The Commonwealth Fund has revealed that the United States health care system ranks last among wealthy nations.

Despite spending more on health care than any other country, the US continues to underperform in critical areas like accessibility, efficiency, equity, and health outcomes.

The country has the highest rate of preventable deaths, along with a lower-than-average life expectancy.