Healthcare system wastes up to $800 billion a year

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Healthcare system wastes up to $800 billion a year | Special Coverage | Reuters

Man oh man, we really are a sick nation to have something like this going on. At least we are finally discussing the waste. :roll: 'bout time.

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"Americans spend more per capita and the highest percentage of GDP on healthcare than any other OECD country, yet has an unhealthier population with more diabetes, obesity and heart disease and higher rates of neonatal deaths than other developed nations."

 

[seacrestgirl]

Interesting read. I want to point out that patients, as well as providers, are responsible for this waste. We must act proactively as consumers of healthcare to protect healthcare dollars. We can all cut back on unnecessary spending. Most importantly, I agree....it's about time we talk about this!

 

[Miss Critter]

Can't I just take a pill and keep eating my Twinkies??? ;-)