By Sterling Smith
Before assuming universal healthcare will solve the healthcare crisis, it is vital to account for possible negative side effects, both logistically and morally.
As the baby boomer generation ages, the need for elderly care will increase exponentially. The demand for care in an industry that is almost 100% paid for by Medicare and Medicaid will leave our generation with a massive bill to pay. The proposed single payer solutions sound simple and enticing, however, there are deeper morals at play and the solution may not be as clear as we think it to be.
