Steps to Analyze and Use Data for Change:

1. Choose Figures: Select five figures that particularly interest you or seem most relevant to the current state of U.S. healthcare.

2. Summarize Data: For each chosen figure, write a concise summary in your own words that explains what the data reveals. This could include:

   • Trends over time (e.g., increasing costs, decreasing life expectancy).
   • Comparisons between the U.S. and other countries (e.g., higher rates of chronic diseases, lower access to healthcare).
   • Relationships between variables (e.g., correlation between income and health outcomes).

3. Support for Change: Explain how the information from each figure can be used to advocate for specific changes in the U.S. healthcare system. Here are some examples:

   • High Costs: Data on high U.S. healthcare costs compared to other countries could support arguments for implementing cost-control measures, such as price negotiation for prescription drugs or exploring single-payer healthcare models.
   • Preventable Deaths: Information on high rates of preventable deaths could advocate for increased investment in preventive care and public health initiatives.
   • Health Disparities: Data highlighting disparities in health outcomes between different demographics could support policies aimed at improving access to quality care for underserved populations.

Example (using the information provided about Figure 1):

• Figure Summary: The data shows that the U.S. spends significantly more per capita on healthcare compared to the average developed country.
• Supporting Change: This information can be used to advocate for cost-containment measures in the U.S. healthcare system. By reducing unnecessary spending, funds could be allocated to improve access to care and enhance overall healthcare quality.

Remember:

• Focus on the specific insights each figure reveals.
• Highlight how the data supports arguments for specific changes.
• Tailor your explanations to the chosen figures and their unique data points.

By following these steps and critically analyzing the data presented in the various figures, you can effectively use the information to advocate for a more efficient, equitable, and affordable healthcare system in the United States.