RealTalk with Milena

The Healthcare Crisis in America: Navigating a Corrupt System

Listen Later

In episode 3 of RealTalk with Milena, we take on the healthcare crisis in America, exploring the broken system that affects millions of lives every day. From skyrocketing prescription drug prices to the challenges of navigating health insurance, we dive into how Big Pharma, insurance companies, and processed food industries play into the cycle of sickness and profit. Why are patients paying $10 for a single aspirin in the hospital? Why are life-saving drugs like insulin so expensive? And how does our food industry contribute to chronic illness?


We also tackle the deeper systemic issues—from food deserts to healthcare access—that make it difficult for many Americans, especially low-income communities, to stay healthy. Join us as we break down the complexities of the healthcare system and discuss how we can protect ourselves and advocate for a system that works for everyone.


Sources:

  • Kaiser Family Foundation. (2020). Health Insurance Coverage and Access to Care.
  • Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project. (2019). Hospital Charges and the Cost of Common Drugs.
  • RAND Corporation. (2020). Preventive Care and Long-Term Health Outcomes.
  • CDC. (2020). National Center for Health Statistics Data on Uninsured Americans.
  • Eli Lilly Insulin Pricing (New York Times, 2019).
  • Harvard School of Public Health. (2013). Cost Comparison: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Diets.
  • USDA. (2019). Food Deserts and Access to Healthy Foods in America.
  • Commonwealth Fund. (2020). The High Cost of Health Insurance for Americans.
  • Pew Research Center. (2021). Public Opinion on the Opioid Crisis.
  • Purdue Pharma Opioid Crisis (CNN, 2019).
    • ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store
    RealTalk with MilenaBy Milena Cornejo