To improve its health care system, the report recommends extending coverage to the uninsured, investing in primary care, addressing health inequities, and curbing healthcare consolidation.

A new report by The Commonwealth Fund reveals that the United States has the worst health care outcomes among wealthy nations, despite spending the most on health care.

The report evaluates 70 indicators across five sectors, showing the U.S. ranking last or nearly last in all areas except for care processes.

Specifically, the U.S. ranked last in five out of six health outcome measures, with citizens experiencing the shortest lifespans and the highest rates of avoidable deaths.

Despite spending nearly 18% of its gross domestic product on health care, the U.S. has the highest rates of avoidable deaths and the lowest life expectancy.

Approximately 25 million Americans are uninsured, and nearly 25% of the population cannot afford necessary care.

Equity in health care is a major issue, with many lower-income individuals facing significant barriers to care and reporting discrimination.

Experts noted that poverty, homelessness, and social inequities significantly impact health outcomes in the U.S., unlike peer nations that better address citizens' basic needs.

The report suggests potential solutions, including lowering care costs, expanding access to health coverage, and investing in social wellbeing.

Surveys indicate that health care is a top priority for voters in the upcoming November presidential election, with the cost of healthcare being their primary concern.

The Democratic nominee has reframed healthcare as an economic issue, focusing on medical debt relief and successes like Medicare drug price negotiations.

However, voter concerns about healthcare have been overshadowed by issues related to the economy and inflation, with neither major candidate proposing significant reforms.