# Universal Health Coverage: Lower Costs, Better Access to Care

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Podcast: [Dr Ed Weir Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dr-ed-weir-show-7784476)
Published: 2026-08-19T23:00:19+00:00
Episode link: https://eddiealw.podbean.com/e/universal-health-coverage-lower-costs-better-access-to-care/
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## Resource

America has the best healthcare in the world.Yes, I said it—and I know many of you are already preparing to tell me how wrong I am.The United States has extraordinary doctors, world-class hospitals, groundbreaking medical technology, and a remarkable pipeline for developing new treatments and prescription drugs. So why do millions of Americans delay care, face crushing medical bills, or struggle to see a doctor at all?In this video, I explain the critical distinction most arguments about the American healthcare system completely miss. Once you see it, you may never think about healthcare and health insurance the same way again.Do you believe America has the best healthcare in the world? Watch before you answer—and then tell me what you think in the comments.#Healthcare #HealthInsurance #Medicare #Medicaid #MedicalCosts #AmericanHealthcareOriginally recorded live with Restream.

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