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American millennials and early adults are experiencing a significant rise in mortality rates, surpassing their peers in other wealthy countries, with causes including drug overdoses, car accidents, and systemic health issues, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing social and economic inequalities.
The US child mortality rate has increased by 25% over the past decade, with disparities linked to systemic issues like healthcare access, socioeconomic inequality, and environmental hazards, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for societal restructuring based on social needs rather than profit.
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty acknowledged the flaws in the US health system, describing it as a "patchwork" and emphasizing the need for better communication about insurance coverage. This comes amid public dissatisfaction following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, which highlighted issues with insurance practices. Witty defended the company's role but admitted shared responsibility for misunderstandings. The incident has intensified calls for reform, with experts suggesting that insurers may need to adjust practices in response to consumer and legislative pressures.