Did you know that the average American racks up roughly $13,000 in medical expenses annually? Products, procedures, and methods of accessing healthcare may change from time to time, but overall spending in the healthcare space rises with a consistency that investors should learn to appreciate if they don't already.

National health expenditures in the U.S. reached $4.3 trillion in 2021, and the government expects that spending will keep rising at an average rate of 5.4% annually through 2031. Whether you're seeking a growing stream of dividend income or explosive growth, one of these healthcare stocks has you covered. Here's why I'd buy either one right now without hesitation.

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