The article discusses the conceptual divide between public and private goods in the context of health care in the U.S. It explains how health care is predominantly seen as a private good, placing the responsibility of payment on individuals rather than society. This view is contrasted with the public health care systems of most wealthy nations, which are designed to benefit the entire population. The existence of Medicare and Medicaid in the U.S. provides limited public health care, yet the overall narrative supports private responsibility, leading to debates about equity in access and societal obligation.
In the United States, health care is often seen as a private good, benefiting individuals primarily, which raises questions about collective responsibility and social costs.
Most wealthy countries have chosen public health care, contrasting the U.S. reliance on private health care, despite existing public programs like Medicare and Medicaid.
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