In your own words briefly (1-2 paragraphs) describe the connection between how a society defines health and how it pursues it?

In your own words briefly (1-2 paragraphs) describe the connection between how a society defines health and how it pursues it? In your response try to include examples where appropriate from some of the current areas of concern such as the Affordable Care Act (aka Obama care), medical malpractice, Medicare, and prescription drug benefits. Feel free to use one of the above areas or another related.