How did Makeup, WWII, & Communism Create U.S. Healthcare?

The video explores the historical development of the US employer-based health insurance system, influenced by World War 2, economic policies, and the threat of communism. It discusses early 20th-century medicine, the rise of health insurance, and why the US didn't adopt a national healthcare system. The impact of WWII, labor unions, and tax breaks on health insurance is highlighted, along with post-war developments and the role of communism in healthcare debates.

What historical circumstances led to the emergence of the employer-based health care system in the US?

How did the concept of health insurance change from the early 20th century to the post-World War 2 era?

What factors contributed to the popularity of health insurance plans among American workers in the 1940s?

How did World War 2 influence the development of health insurance in America?

What were the unintended consequences of the wage and price controls during World War 2?

In what ways did the post-war political climate in the US differ from that of Great Britain regarding health care?

What role did the American Medical Association play in the opposition to universal health care during Truman's presidency?