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A Future at Risk

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This video serves as a quick introduction to the realities of the impending American healthcare crisis. Please take a moment to watch our video which outlines the challenges that SHOUTAmerica seeks to address.

 

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Know the Facts

National Healthcare Expenditures

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From 1970 to 2008, health care spending in the United States is projected to increase from $74.9 billion to $2.4 trillion, an increase of over 3000%.1

Medicare and Medicaid

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By the year 2019, the Medicare hospital insurance trust fund is expected to reach a permanent deficit without either a significant increase in taxes or a drastic decrease in spending.4

Cost to American Business

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In the past 10 years, the cost of healthcare to businesses has increased 140%.8 


Cost to Individuals

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Between 2000 and 2007, health insurance premiums rose 98% - far outpacing the 23% increase in the average worker’s wage during the same period.13   

Uninsured

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Every minute, nearly 5 more Americans lose their health insurance.1

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