The Negative Impact of Medical Technology on Society
             At a glance, the very idea of medical advancements being negative seems ridiculous. It helps people, and prolongs life, ultimately making everyone happier. Although there are not many downfalls, they can ultimately outweigh the good if left unchecked. We, as a society, could be facing atrocities such as global overpopulation much sooner than previously thought. Doctors are, in fact, playing God, but nobody will admit to it. Saving lives is, without a doubt, a wonderful thing, but humanity needs to know when to draw the line. There has to be a limit.
             Without a doubt, saving lives is an important aspect of human nature. Nobody wants to lose a loved one to a disease, especially a curable one. Every person alive would undoubtedly rather have their friends, family, and loved ones with them their whole lives. Medical technology, at its best, can improve the length and quality of life. The biggest problem is that people need to know where to stop. This is humanity's greatest flaw.
             Of the possibilities, the least but most imminent problem is the consumption of healthcare. By 2030, scientists estimate that the number of retirees will double, but the working/taxpaying class will have only increased by 18%, and by the year 2050, 25% of America's population will be over 65 (Dominus 32). This means the working class is going to have to work harder just to keep the elderly alive and comfortable. Social security will no longer be taxed to the individual, for their own future use, but will be taxed by a much larger amount towards everyone in the public. Tactics like this would be needed just to keep a fresh pool of money for the elderly.
             Any politician that went against this would be voted out of office unanimously by the elderly percentage of the population. It may even grow to the point where "...entire elections are won based on who has a...