A recent survey reveals that over a third of Americans, approximately 91 million people, cannot afford quality medical care, marking a record high. Disparities in healthcare access have worsened, particularly affecting low-income, Black, and Hispanic populations. As healthcare costs continue to increase, many have faced interruptions in insurance coverage. The study indicates that while affluent individuals remain largely unaffected in their access to care, those making less than $25,000 are particularly vulnerable, leading to higher percentages of cost insecurity, especially among minority groups. The data portrays a troubling trend regarding healthcare affordability and access in the U.S.
"If you're making under $25,000 a year, that absolutely can be the difference between whether you can spend the money on it or not," said Witters.
"The survey results come as healthcare costs rise, and some people have experienced lapses in health insurance coverage due to policy changes."
"Researchers split survey respondents into three categories - cost secure, cost insecure, and cost desperate - based on their ability to access and pay for medicine and care."
"The percentage of people unable to afford healthcare expenses has been rising fastest among low-income, Black, and Hispanic Americans."
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