One explanation for these frightening statistics is that in America we live in a country with high levels of income inequality which results in dramatic variation in access to quality healthcare. This means that wealthier people and those with a higher socioeconomic position not only enjoy a higher standard of living than poor people, but also tend to live longer and healthier lives (Wilkinson & Pickett, 2009). The opposite is also true, the consequences of the poor healthcare system in the United States lead to economic inequality between the insured and the uninsured (Semyonov, Lewin-Epstein & Maskileyson, 2013). The reasons for this are simple: without insurance, poor health will lead to a depletion of economic resources. Depending on the extent of medical ailments and associated costs, this can lead to impoverishment due to the enormous costs of medical care. These two perspectives are not mutually exclusive. Both, in fact, strengthen the association between economic position and health outcomes. Furthermore, the association between personal wealth and health is seen as a ...