Reflection Paper Instructions: The film, Sicko is still relevant today. The film was released in 2007, long before Obamacare (ACA). The common issues debated in the United States then and now are cost, access and quality of care, lobbyist influence on politicians (Power and Politics), the role of government, affordable insurance premiums, coverage of pre-existing conditions, affordable medications, and health equity. Other countries have approached health care quite differently from the United States, including universal health care, government run systems. Provide your opinions and reflections on the documentary, be sure to use specific examples from the film when proving your point. Students are also free to back their opinions from prior readings, or the course materials. Opinions are great but they only carry weight if they have facts or relevant examples to back them up. Assignment: Write a reflection paper expressing your opinions on the following questions in an analytical way: 1. Did the film tell the truth? Can a clearly – biased perspective be as true as a more balanced treatment of a subject? 2. What kind of emotions did this film provoke in you? 3. How did stories from the movie influence the way you think about Americas health care delivery system? 4. Thinking of the experiences portrayed in the film, what are the major problems in the United States health care system? Why hasnt it been fixed? 5. Why does Tarsha Harris distrust insurance companies? 6. Sicko focuses on people with health insurance, but the insurance doesnt serve them well when they need it most. How did the insurance companies view pre-existing conditions? 7. Do you think the federal government should be responsible for a National Health Insurance System in this country? That is, pay for all medically necessary services. Are you willing to pay higher taxes to have government-sponsored health care? Why or why not? 8. The original 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund was created in 2001. What action has President Trump taken to ensure the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund for survivors? Task: You are required to answer all questions (1 thru 8), and all aspects of each question. Provide relevant supporting details. Write three to four pages minimum in an essay format. (no in-text citations or reference page required) No bullet points or numbered responses (paragraph format only) Be sure to use specific examples from the film and any relatable information (for example, cost of prescription drugs, or current positions and importance of pre-existing conditions with the Affordable Care Act) Use 12- point font, Times New Roman, 1 inch margins, and the work is to be double-spaced. Here is the film link: https://sohShow more
