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- Isn’t it laughable and tragic. In 2020, the United States had the highest infant mortality rate among high-income countries, with 5.4 deaths per 1,000 live births. In contrast, Norway had the lowest rate at 1.6 deaths per 1,000 live births.
The U.S. maternal mortality rate was approximately 24 deaths per 100,000 live births, over three times higher than rates in most other high-income countries.
Men and Women Mortality (Life Expectancy) as of 2021, the average life expectancy in the U.S. was 76.4 years, ranking 42nd among 224 nations. This is a decline from previous years, with factors such as accidents, drug overdoses, heart and liver disease, suicides, and the COVID-19 pandemic contributing to the decrease. - How about the Healthcare System? The United States ranks last among high-income countries in healthcare system performance, despite spending nearly twice as much on health care. The U.S. has the highest rates of infant and maternal mortality and lower life expectancy compared to other developed nations. Wow!How about Homelessness? The United States has one of the highest rates of homelessness among developed nations. Factors contributing to this include a shortage of affordable housing and a lack of comprehensive social safety nets. Of course, how about Elderly Care? The U.S. faces challenges in providing adequate care for its elderly population. Many elderly individuals rely heavily on family for support, as long-term care options can be prohibitively expensive. In comparison, countries like Japan and those in the Nordic region have more robust systems in place for elder care. Why??
