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Tech Won't Save Us
GoFundMe Profits from People’s Pain w/ Nora Kenworthy
May 30, 2024
Nora Kenworthy, author and associate professor, discusses the reliance on GoFundMe for healthcare costs, exposing inequalities. They dissect societal reliance on crowdfunding, stigma around public support, and the need for systemic change in healthcare financing.
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- Healthcare crowdfunding highlights structural inequities in US healthcare system.
- Success in campaigns tied to privilege, network strength, perpetuating disparities.
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Challenges of Relying on Crowdfunding for Healthcare
Turning to crowdfunding for healthcare challenges long-term structural solutions and potentially diverts attention from addressing core systemic issues. Crowdfunding, like GoFundMe, often arises from the inadequacies of the US private healthcare system, leading individuals to seek financial assistance online for hefty medical expenses, even when insured. Research shows that most medical campaigns fall short of their fundraising goals, with campaigns averaging only a modest $265 from five donors, indicating broader inadequacies in addressing the collective healthcare needs of individuals.
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