You are expected to write an at least 1800 words essay on topic: health care expenditure in UK, its problem and the solution.

Topic 1 Health care expenditure growth and its driver

Health care expenditure has grown considerably all around the world in the last two decades. The major drivers of the fast growth include, but are not limited to, population aging, longer life expectancy, unhealthy lifestyle, and epidemiology of diseases (such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers, etc.). Discuss the impact of at least one of these cost drivers (not necessary to be in the above list, as long as you think it is important), and the relevant policy implication.

You are required to cite and relate your perspectives to references such as research papers, government reports and published articles. The use of country level statistics is highly recommended as further support. Simple statistical analysis using public available data set is appreciated.

You are expected to talk about the topic you choose, the background and its importance. If you present in Week 8, besides the background and importance. Below are some examples on potential topics for the essay and presentations. Please note that

it is not necessary for you to choose one of these topics. They are meant to provide ideas and examples.