1. What are the main differences or similarities between the U.S. and other developed countries in terms of 1) health insurance coverage, 2) health care spending, 3) determinants of health, 4) health outcomes, 5) health workforce, and 6) health capacity and technology?

2.a.Explain what the 'demographic transition' is and what are the key forces driving changes during the demographic transition.B.Where do you think the United States is currently in this model and what does that mean for our health care system?

3.a.What are some of the economic burdens associated with illegal drugs?b.What is decriminalization of illegal drugs and how might decriminalization of illegal drugs affect the economic burden associated with these drugs?