Wealth Inequality = Health Inequality

As friends and colleagues, we probably disagree whether wealth inequality is a big problem.

Let’s put that aside and look at this map, printed by the Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA), and republished in CNN. 

Counties in eastern Kentucky, and southwestern West Virginia—the heart of Trump’s support— and Deep South— also strongholds for Trump— had the lowest longevity, averaging about 66 years for life expectancy. These areas are mired in long-running poverty.

The nation’s average for men and women was 79.1 years in 2014. 

The east and west coasts—shown in hues of blue (is the map intended to be this political?) had the highest life expectancy. 

Summit County, Colorado—home to ski resorts and pricey real estate— topped the list with life expectancy at 86.8 years.
Talk about two Americas! Our nation has a 20-year difference in life expectancy, correlated to geography and wealth.

It’s interesting to think about the new ACHA (TrumpCare) in light of the map.