Modern medicine pushes for more scans, drugs, and procedures every year. This growth mindset mirrors capitalism but may harm patients. Experts now question if fewer interventions could improve health outcomes and save resources.

In today's medical world, the push is always for more. Hospitals want extra MRI machines, more screenings, and additional drugs and surgeries. This endless expansion follows the same logic as capitalism, which demands constant growth.

Yet this approach raises serious concerns. Sending more of our shared resources into health care may not always lead to better results for patients. Instead, it could lead to unnecessary treatments and higher costs without real benefits.

Questioning this trend is essential. A focus on less, when appropriate, might bring smarter care, reduce harm, and make the system more sustainable for everyone.

Original Author: Alan Cassels | Source: Brownstone Institute