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Mental health inequities projected to cost US $14 trillion over 16 years, new study says

Mental health inequities are projected to cost the U.S. $14 trillion by 2040, with significant potential savings if treatment inequities are addressed, according to a study by the School of Global Health at Meharry Medical College and the Deloitte Health Equity Institute. Click here for article.

  • Economic Burden: Unaddressed mental health conditions are expected to cost the U.S. $14 trillion by 2040.

  • Significant Savings: Eliminating inequities in mental health treatment could lead to substantial healthcare savings.

  • Bipartisan Advocacy: Lawmakers like Reps. Ritchie Torres and Lisa McClain emphasize the need for bipartisan legislative reforms to improve mental health care access and treatment.

  • Policy Impact: Historical data shows that equity-focused policies, like the Civil Rights Act, have led to significant health improvements, highlighting the need for targeted investments in communities of color.

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