People in the United States have poorer health,more illness, and shorter lives than people in other wealthy countries.Americans pay too much for healthcare and lack adequate access to healthcare.This is called theU.S. health disadvantage.
The U.S. health disadvantage has its roots in neighborhoods and communities where the vital conditions that shape health are unmet for some residents. Communities that lack some or all of the vital conditions that shape health are considered “low-opportunity” neighborhoods.
Today’s business leaders can play a meaningful rolein the lives of their employees, consumers, and communities. Helping communities meetthe vital conditions that all people need to thrivecan create opportunities for business.
