#WorldinTurmoil: Strengthening the Primary Care Safety Net: Lessons from the United States

In the United States, more than 27 million people do not have health insurance, and another 109 million adults are estimated to be underinsured. The United States healthcare system has been the subject of debate on several occasions within the federal government and the states. Despite legislative efforts to try and ensure that more people have access to healthcare, the situation remains precarious for a lot of people. Nevertheless, minorities are the most affected.

Through her article, Dr Julie S. Darnell, from Loyola University Chicago, explains how free and charitable clinics constitute a safety net for all those who do not have health insurance or are underinsured. And she hopes that not only the United States but also other countries reflect on opportunities and lessons that merit closer examination because they might stimulate new and better ways to organize, finance, and deliver care to the uninsured.

By clicking on the link below, you can read the article on the Croakey Health Media website.

This article is published as part of the #WorldinTurmoil series.