Comparing Health Systems in Four Countries: Lessons for the United States

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

10, 11, 12

Overview

Health systems of 4 countries are examined: Canada, France, Germany, and Great Britain (United Kingdom). From the 4 country reports published in this issue of the American Journal of Public Health, 10 crosscutting themes emerge: (1) coverage, (2) funding, (3) costs, (4) providers, (5) integration, (6) markets, (7) analysis, (8) supply, (9) satisfaction, and (10) leadership. Lessons for the United States are presented under each point.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10-12 - World Health

HE19.WH.5.3

Predict the potential short- and long-term impacts of poor decision-making on world health issues.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10-12 - World Health

HE19.WH.6.1

Research the needs, strengths, and risks of long-term goals for addressing world health issues.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10-12 - World Health

HE19.WH.7.2

Compare healthy practices and behaviors of people from various world-wide locations.

CR Resource Type

Informational Material

Resource Provider

NCBI

License Type

Public Domain
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