Universal Healthcare
Grand Canyon University
PHI-105
The United States leads the world in per capita healthcare spending, yet There is a concern
that over 37 million people are without health insurance, and 41 million lack adequate access to
necessary medical care (Galvani et al., 2020). These high figures are a significant factor in the
poor health outcomes observed among many Americans. Universal healthcare has been a subject
of extensive discussion and has been successfully implemented in various nations. A universal
healthcare model could potentially improve the accessibility and effectiveness of healthcare
services in the U.S. By establishing a system that provides healthcare access to all residents, the
overall health standards in America could be enhanced. Thus, it is crucial for the U.S.
Government to adopt universal healthcare for all citizens, as it would ensure coverage for the
uninsured, promote preventive health measures, and reduce healthcare costs.
Approximately 30 million individuals in the United States lack access to healthcare. Health
insurance serves the crucial role of safeguarding individuals from unforeseen and exorbitant
medical expenses. Many people opt out of getting health insurance due to the persistent increase
in healthcare costs, economic challenges, reductions in public programs, and the high price of
, employer-sponsored insurance. As noted by Swartz (2002), "Health care cost inflation along with
the current economic recession and shrinking tax receipts are again making health insurance a
topic without easy solutions." With insurance premiums continually rising and inflation affecting
affordability, an increasing number of citizens may find it difficult to either pay for insurance or
manage without it. Consequently, implementing universal healthcare in the United States could
significantly reduce, if not eliminate, the number of uninsured citizens.
Preventive care significantly lowers the likelihood of diseases, disabilities, and premature
death. It not only extends human lifespan but also reduces long-term healthcare expenses and
Grand Canyon University
PHI-105
The United States leads the world in per capita healthcare spending, yet There is a concern
that over 37 million people are without health insurance, and 41 million lack adequate access to
necessary medical care (Galvani et al., 2020). These high figures are a significant factor in the
poor health outcomes observed among many Americans. Universal healthcare has been a subject
of extensive discussion and has been successfully implemented in various nations. A universal
healthcare model could potentially improve the accessibility and effectiveness of healthcare
services in the U.S. By establishing a system that provides healthcare access to all residents, the
overall health standards in America could be enhanced. Thus, it is crucial for the U.S.
Government to adopt universal healthcare for all citizens, as it would ensure coverage for the
uninsured, promote preventive health measures, and reduce healthcare costs.
Approximately 30 million individuals in the United States lack access to healthcare. Health
insurance serves the crucial role of safeguarding individuals from unforeseen and exorbitant
medical expenses. Many people opt out of getting health insurance due to the persistent increase
in healthcare costs, economic challenges, reductions in public programs, and the high price of
, employer-sponsored insurance. As noted by Swartz (2002), "Health care cost inflation along with
the current economic recession and shrinking tax receipts are again making health insurance a
topic without easy solutions." With insurance premiums continually rising and inflation affecting
affordability, an increasing number of citizens may find it difficult to either pay for insurance or
manage without it. Consequently, implementing universal healthcare in the United States could
significantly reduce, if not eliminate, the number of uninsured citizens.
Preventive care significantly lowers the likelihood of diseases, disabilities, and premature
death. It not only extends human lifespan but also reduces long-term healthcare expenses and
