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Daniel Gordani
President & Founder
James Murphy
Vice-President
Tanner Bohlke
Vice-President
Global Health Shift is comprised of a passionate, young board that has one common vision: changing the world, by offering primary healthcare in countries and regions of need with like-minded volunteers.
Primary healthcare, as it is available in many developed countries, should not be exclusive to these regions. Our belief is that we can and should offer this level of healthcare globally with the help of medical and nursing students and other volunteers to set up long-term facilities in developing regions around the world.
We do not seek to be a short-term crisis relief help group, but to be an integral part of local communities for decades and centuries. Read more about our mission and get to know the team here.
The Growing Demand for Primary Care Among Aging Americans: A Looming Crisis
As the population in the United States continues to age, the healthcare system faces an impending crisis: a growing number of older adults in need of primary care juxtaposed with a shortfall of healthcare resources, particularly primary care physicians. This imbalance threatens the quality of care, access to services, and overall well-being of millions of older Americans. In this article, we will explore the current state of the aging population, the demand for primary care, and the limited resources available, supported by specific statistics and projections.
The Aging Population: A Demographic Shift
The U.S. population is aging rapidly due to the long-term increase in life expectancy and the aging of the baby boomer generation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans aged 65 and older is projected to reach 73 million by 2030, comprising over 20% of the total population. By 2060, this number will rise to nearly 95 million. With aging comes an increased prevalence of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and dementia, which necessitate frequent medical attention and ongoing management.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 80% of adults aged 65 and older have at least one chronic condition, and 68% have two or more. This rise in chronic illnesses increases the demand for regular primary care visits, where many older adults seek routine check-ups, management of chronic diseases, and preventive care.
With Your Help, We are Making The World a Better Place
Building sustainable healthcare facilities, in collaboration with volunteers, we will provide primary healthcare around the world.
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