National reporting

This story has some good examples of how badly American health care is failing.

The U.S. healthcare system, valued at $4.5 trillion and comprising 17% of the national economy, remains a deeply flawed and intensely bureaucratic setup—even for the insured thetimes.co.uk. Despite coverage for 92% of Americans, steep insurance premiums (averaging $8,435 for individuals and $23,968 for families) and inflated per‑person healthcare spending ($13,493, double that of peer nations) contribute to widespread financial distress en.wikipedia.orgthetimes.co.uk.