Granted, saying that “Obama Care” provides for a “death panel” to make decisions about the level of one’s medical care is hyperbole. Of course there’s no mention in the frontrunning bill, H.R. 3200, of any “death panel.” I’ve read enough of that Bill, however, to see the likely genesis of that hyperbole, and it’s not [...]
Archive for August, 2009
22 Aug
Who Decides When?
In the debate about Sarah Palin’s use of the phrase “death panels” in opposing complete overhaul of the nation’s health insurance, one point has escaped scrutiny. The highest payout for health care occurs during the last 6 months of an individual’s life. It is felt, by some, that one way to limit the overall costs [...]
6 Aug
Life Expectancy Comparisons Misleading
One of the favorite arguments of proponents of Health Care reform is comparison of US life expectancy with life expectancies in other countries. The US is ranked 41st – 50th depending on the list one consults. These data are supposed to indicate (prove?) that other countries, especially those with socialized health plans, have better systems [...]
