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PART 1.

The topic of universal healthcare or, more specifically, asingle payer healthcare system, has begun to gain momentum. This concept was a topic of heated debate during the election this fall, and continues to be discussed by policymakers.

Consider the topic of universal healthcare and your perspective on this topic.

Discusses universal healthcare in the United States.

Research and Discuss the following topics:

• What is universal healthcare?

• What are some of the problems in our healthcare system that have led to increased interest in and support of universal healthcare?

• How might a universal healthcare system impact cost of care, quality of care, and access to care in the US?

• List two likely positive outcomes of a universal healthcare system.

• List two likely negative outcomes/cons of a universal healthcare system.

• Share your perspective on a universal healthcare system.

PART 2.

• Describe a major health care issue that has an impact on the health care system today. In your post, try to choose a policy that no one else has discussed.

• What is its importance to U.S. health care policy? Have people been impacted positively or negatively...or both? Explain.