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The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony Chaffee

Episode 189: Fixing The Modern Health Care System, with Andy Schoonover

Feb 26, 2024
Exploring the flaws of traditional healthcare systems and the innovative solution of CrowdHealth, the impact of sugar consumption on rising healthcare costs, the advantages of paying cash at the point of care, and the complexities of healthcare pricing in the US.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rising diabetes rates pose a major threat to healthcare costs and population health.
  • CrowdHealth offers a unique financing solution through collective member contributions for medical expenses.

Deep dives

Impact of Rising Diabetes Rates on Healthcare Costs

The podcast highlights the alarming increase in diabetes rates over the last 50 years, particularly in type 2 diabetes. With 40% of Americans being prediabetic, there is a potential projection that half of the US population could become diabetic. This rise in diabetes carries significant implications for healthcare costs, with estimates suggesting a substantial portion of healthcare spending is attributed to the effects of sugar consumption and diabetes treatment.

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