Health is the New Status Symbol for the Wealthy

Millionaires are no longer buying Rolexes; now, the measure of wealth is health. While we ignore routine check-ups, the elite spend millions on wellness and boast about DNA test results, just like they used to with watches and fancy cars. The harsh truth: health has become a luxury. Wellness consumes trillions of dollars annually. Clinics reminiscent of "Black Mirror" have appeared—scanning entire bodies and providing neat graphs of ailments. The waiting list can be as long as 40,000 people. A 20-year study has shown: the health indicators of the world’s richest 20% are improving, while those of the other 80% are declining. Literally, money buys better blood.