Report Highlights Advances and Opportunities Across U.S. Populations.
/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Health Foundation of the Americas today released its most recent report, Executive Summary: U.S. Health Outcomes (2019–2024), which provides a comprehensive view of national trends in life expectancy, chronic diseases, maternal health, health insurance coverage, and cancer outcomes around the United States. “Across the country, we see significant examples of strength, recovery and opportunity,” said Dr. Jane Delgado, president and CEO of the Americas Health Foundation. “Understanding what drives positive outcomes and resilience in some populations can help guide health and wellness strategies that benefit everyone.” The full report is found at https://www.buenasaludparatodos.org/recursos
Key findings
- Strong overall longevity in several populations: Asian and Hispanic populations demonstrate remarkably high life expectancy; Asian populations reach approximately 85 years of age and Hispanic populations outnumber white populations, despite having higher rates of some risk factors.
- Resilience despite risk factors: Hispanic populations show a compelling pattern of strong overall survival, even with higher rates of diabetes and lower health insurance coverage, pointing to the existence of protective factors that merit further study.
- Recovery after the pandemic: Trends in life expectancy show a rebound after the declines recorded during the 2020-2021 period, particularly among Hispanic populations.
- Lower mortality rates in some groups: Asian populations consistently experience lower mortality across multiple indicators, including heart disease and cancer.
- Advances in cancer outcomes: Although incidence varies, several populations—including Asian and Hispanic groups—experience lower cancer mortality, suggesting positive trends in survival and treatment effectiveness.
- Broad health insurance coverage among older adults: Near-universal health coverage among adults age 65 and older reflects Medicare’s stabilizing role in access to health care.
- Shared national health priorities: Across all groups, heart disease and cancer remain the leading causes of death, reinforcing the importance of maintaining investment in prevention, early detection and treatment.
A nuanced picture of health in the US. — The report highlights that health outcomes in the United States are determined by multiple interrelated factors. Patterns observed across populations demonstrate that good outcomes can coexist with certain risk factors, highlighting the importance of looking at health from a broader perspective.
About the report
The report is based on national data sets covering the period between 2019 and 2024, capturing both the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent recovery. The report provides a data-informed foundation for understanding how health outcomes are evolving and where further progress can be made.
About The Health Foundation of the Americas ®
The Health Foundation of the Americas ® (HAF) seeks to improve the health of individuals and families throughout the American continent. HAF’s efforts are informed by the expertise of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and its many partners. For more information, visit https:/www.buenasaludparatodos.org
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