Economic influences on population health in the United States: Toward policymaking driven by data and evidence

Summary:

This review explores the influence of economic factors on population health in the United States. The review concludes that there is growing evidence to suggest that fading economic opportunities and rising economic insecurity have played an important role in the deteriorating health outcomes and rising mortality rates experienced by working-age individuals. It also suggests that policymakers need to consider and rigorously evaluate new approaches, such as basic income grants or job guarantee programs.

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