The disparity between the first world nations and those near the bottom of the economic ladder is seen in recent statistics that report the amount of money the nation of Malawi is able to spend on each person for healthcare, compared with the United States.
Two examples of this disparity are seen in the fact in 2004 the Republic of Ireland spent an average of $3,226.00 for each of its citizens for healthcare. During that same 12 month period Malawi was only able to spend $14.00 per person.
(Source World Health Organization)