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Public healthcare

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Public healthcare is a system where the government provides medical services and health care coverage to all citizens, typically funded through taxation. It aims to ensure equitable access to health services regardless of personal income.

AP course connection

Topic 19.4: 19.4 Comparative Health and Medicine

Unit 19

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