There are many considerations when it comes to the future of healthcare in the United States and globally. Technological advancements, demographic changes, and climate change all influence the future needs and provisions of our healthcare.
Consider the current trends in US and globally; what are some of the healthcare challenges facing the USA in global context? What approaches are being taken or should be taken to prepare for these challenges? Here are some of the issues for consideration
Growing elderly population,
Increasing mental health needs,
Growing racial and socioeconomic disparities in access to care and health outcomes,
Climate change, increasing disasters, and large population displacements,
Increasingly culturally diverse communities (see media) International Comparisons of Health Care Delivery – HTML
For this discussion, explore the following questions:
What are the major trends and future needs of the US healthcare system?
Which populations are most impacted by the challenges faced by the system, and how is that apparent?
How can technological advancements influence these challenges (better or worse)?
Address these significant healthcare issues in a global context.
Your initial Discussion Board posts should be at minimum 250 words. You are expected to conduct independent research on the subject and use two scholarly sources in addition to the textbook. Provide in-text citations and list of references to support your post as required.
