In this episode, we explore how effective public health initiatives are in shaping lifelong economic outcomes and look at Hoehn-Velasco (2021), published in the Economic Journal. This study investigates the long-term impact of county-level health departments introduced in rural America between 1908 and 1933. These health services included sanitation, medical checkups, immunizations, and midwife training. The study examines whether early life exposure to these services leads to better economic outcomes in adulthood.
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00:00 Introduction to the Study
00:38 Historical Context and Study Focus
04:28 Key Findings and Economic Impact
05:17 Long-term Health Outcomes
06:07 Policy Implications and Conclusion
