Lesson 50 of 84 · Reform Movements
⭐ 30 XPHealthcare Reform
Healthcare reform focuses on improving access to medical services and the quality of care.
🎯 Your mission
Connect the dots between past and present.
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Then & Now
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Healthcare reform focuses on improving access to medical services and the quality of care. One major reform was the introduction of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965, which provided health insurance for older adults and low-income individuals. These programs aimed to ensure that everyone could receive necessary medical treatment, regardless of their financial situation. Over the years, reforms have continued to address rising costs and the need for better healthcare options for all citizens.
Key Facts
Medicare is a federal program that helps older adults pay for healthcare.
Medicaid provides health coverage to people with low income.
The Affordable Care Act was another significant healthcare reform in 2010.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What program was created in 1965 to help older adults with healthcare?
Why this still matters
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