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<p>This introductory article explores the intersection of healthcare and capitalism in order to introduce the concept of health capitalism in this special issue. It examines the structural changes within the healthcare sector, where welfare states—historically a barrier to commercialization have nevertheless facilitated capitalist expansion. It explores financialization, privatization, and commodification as key processes transforming healthcare. The article emphasizes the role of mainstream economics in legitimizing market-driven healthcare, promoting a financial logic that permeates healthcare decisions. The special issue contributes to the&#xa0;understanding&#xa0;of&#xa0;health capitalism by analyzing its multifaceted impact across various healthcare sectors.</p>

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Health capitalism and financialization of healthcare. Introduction

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年7月1日

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  • Philippe Batifoulier,
  • Eve Chiapello,
  • Nicolas Da Silva,
  • Robert McMaster

摘要

This introductory article explores the intersection of healthcare and capitalism in order to introduce the concept of health capitalism in this special issue. It examines the structural changes within the healthcare sector, where welfare states—historically a barrier to commercialization have nevertheless facilitated capitalist expansion. It explores financialization, privatization, and commodification as key processes transforming healthcare. The article emphasizes the role of mainstream economics in legitimizing market-driven healthcare, promoting a financial logic that permeates healthcare decisions. The special issue contributes to the understanding of health capitalism by analyzing its multifaceted impact across various healthcare sectors.