Americans turn to social media to discuss dire experiences at hands of health insurance companies

Summary

The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has ignited outrage over the state of U.S. healthcare.

While his murder shocked many, online reactions highlighted public frustration with private insurers, citing denied care, high costs, and systemic bureaucracy.

UnitedHealthcare, a major industry player, has faced scrutiny for practices perceived as prioritizing profit over patients.

The attack, which appears premeditated, underscores rising tensions around healthcare inequality.

Experts see this as part of a broader trend toward violence over societal disputes, reflecting deep dissatisfaction with the American healthcare system.

  • SapphironZAEnglish
    22·
    6 days ago

    Healthcare companies should only be allowed to operate under non-profit rules.

    There should be no incentive for profit on people’s health.

    • Olhonestjim@lemmy.worldEnglish
      4·
      5 days ago

      And forced to publicly report every thousandth of a cent. And their current administrators charged with crimes against humanity.

      • SapphironZAEnglish
        31·
        6 days ago

        I don’t hate America any country. I hate some of what the people in power do to exploit others. The country it happens in is irrelevant.

        I think the thing I hate most is “rampant capitalism” capitalism should be domesticated.