The right to medical care and its economic consequences: an American dilemma

Authors

  • José Duarte de Araújo Universidade Federal da Bahia; Faculdade de Medicina; Departamento de Medicina Preventiva

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101972000400002

Keywords:

Health economics, Insurance^i1^shea, Medical assistance

Abstract

The concepts of "rights" and of "right to health care" including its evolution in modern times are discussed. The consequences of implementing this right are discussed in economic terms, regarding the situation in the United States of America. A discussion is also included on the limitations of the role of Health Insurance as a measure to solve the problem of providing health care for all individuals.

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Published

1972-12-01

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 4 (1972)

Section

Original Articles

How to Cite

Araújo, J. D. de. (1972). The right to medical care and its economic consequences: an American dilemma . Revista De Saúde Pública, 6(4), 317-327. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101972000400002