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The Dr. Hyman Show

Encore: Why Our Current Healthcare System Keeps Us Sick And How To Fix It

Jan 20, 2025
Dr. Anand Parekh, a health policy expert, Bill Frist, a former Senate Majority Leader and transplant surgeon, and Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, a leading cardiologist, discuss the flaws in the U.S. healthcare system that prioritize treatment over prevention. They emphasize the urgent need for policies addressing social determinants of health, nutrition, and public health funding. The conversation highlights innovative strategies like medically tailored meals and the importance of integrating community health initiatives to foster healthier populations and reduce preventable diseases.
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Quick takeaways

  • The current healthcare system prioritizes treatment over prevention, leading to ineffective responses to chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.
  • Public health policy lacks focus on preventive measures, with minimal funding allocated, resulting in missed opportunities for long-term health improvements.

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