The health status of the american population is poor in international comparison. True or False

The statement given in the question is TRUE; the health status of the American population is poor in international comparison.

America is one of the richest country in the world, but it is not among the healthiest. Despite the increase in life expectancy in past decades, Americans still live shorter lives and experience more injuries and illnesses compare to other countries of the world.

The major health conditions in which the American fare badly compare to other wealthy countries of the world include: infant mortality, injuries and homicides, HIV and AIDS, drugs related mortality, obesity and diabetes, hearth diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, teenage pregnancy, chronic lung diseases and disability.