Scanning the Health and Well-Being Horizon: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges

This report examines the dynamic changes in health and well-being, identifying trends, opportunities, and challenges that could impact the United States. It explores historical trends, societal shifts, and technological innovations that are shaping the future of health and well-being. The report also considers the implications of these changes for individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole.

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The research method involved scanning the health and well-being horizon to understand how the U.S. could be impacted by various trends and emerging issues. A wide range of information sources, including academic literature, news stories, and other media, were analyzed to identify trends and issues described in the report.

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The report analyzes 22 trends across three categories: The Broader Environment, Societal Trends, and Health and Health Care. It also identifies 52 emerging issues that could present challenges or opportunities for shaping health and well-being. These issues are categorized into Reactive, Innovation, and Foresight Zones, reflecting their current maturity and potential impact. The report suggests that the U.S. is entering a period of complexity and stress, with opportunities for transformative solutions to health and equity challenges.

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Categories: 2021 publication year | English publication language | United States geographic scope | biodiversity loss | climate change | coastal populations | cultural values | digital health care | disease burden | diversity | faith landscape | geographic mobility | health | health care spending | health deserts | incarcerations | income and wealth gaps | life expectancy | life stages | living costs | maternal mortality | medical innovation | mental health | microbial resistance | student debt | united states geographic scope | vaccine battles | well-being