Comparative Foreign Policies of Cuba, Costa Rica, and Usa

Comparative Foreign Policies of Cuba, Costa Rica, and the U.S.A: The Case of Health Care Policy and Outcomes The United States currently runs an inefficient and expensive healthcare system that provides limited support for its citizens. The problem stems from placing economic benefit miles in front of practical wellness of its people. Other countries, some considered â€Å"third world†, have done the reverse. Ironically, those countries have been internationally recognized over the U.S. when unfolding the quality of health care. Cuba and Costa Rica are nations of distinct economic principle and policy; yet, they share very similar qualities in public health ideology that have made them poster children of health care. Cuban Health Care†¦show more content†¦Compared to 1958 when Cuba had 1 doctor for every 1,100 people, the eve of the 21st century showed more prosperous eminence with 1 doctor for every 170 people (Sixto, 2002). According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the United States health care system provides 1 physician for every 390 people. Unfortunately, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and chicken pox rose during the 1990s due to the loss of Soviet subsidies causing economic problems after a successful attempt for vaccination in the 1960s (Merz, 2005). Apart from intrinsically promoting quality healthcare, Cuba has expanded its skills beyond its borders. For many decades, Cuba has sent physicians to other parts of the world. Through these efforts, Cuba has supported countries with much needed help in medicine such as Africa, Asia, and even the United States (Gelder, 2007). When a slum dweller in Port au Prince, the son or daughter of a farmer in Honduras, or an indigenous person from Bolivia decides to become a doctor, they turn to Cuba (Gelder, 2007). Cuba graciously turns them into physicians. 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