By MIKE MAGEE
When it comes to health policy, the Harris-Walz team is digging deep into the science of human evolutionary demography. With their eyes on the future, they are exploring the intersections of natural and social sciences to better understand population health and well-being.
With a focus on birth, migration, and aging, the team is recognizing the importance of addressing the challenges faced by Americans today. From reproductive freedom to growing income disparity, the team is dedicated to creating a healthier future for all.
As we reflect on the progress of human evolution, it’s clear that we have come a long way in a relatively short period of time. But as recent declines in life expectancy show, there is still work to be done. By leveraging the insights of “Human Evolutionary Demography,” the Harris-Walz team is laying out a roadmap for a healthier, more equitable future.
- Expanded safety net to address “deaths of despair.”
- Expansion of the ACA toward Universal Health Insurance to address the chronic disease burden of older Americans.
- Federal guarantees of reproductive freedom and open access to reproductive care.
Mike Magee MD is a Medical Historian and a regular THCB contributor. He is the author of CODE BLUE: Inside America’s Medical Industrial Complex. (Grove/2020)
