
Why the U.S. Is Running Out of Medical Supplies
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The Impact of Regulations on Hospital Capacity
This chapter examines the implications of a1974 law that restricted hospital bed construction in the U.S., linking it to critical shortages during health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. It also discusses the development of ventilators by the federal government in response to emergencies and the challenges posed by corporate mergers on healthcare preparedness.
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