Cost Cited As "Most Urgent National Health Problem" in Gallup Survey
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The West Health-Gallup Health and Healthcare Survey reveals that 29% of Americans now view healthcare costs as the most pressing issue, a concern that has surged to the highest level in over twenty years. This shift reflects an increased prioritization of affordability as COVID-19 worries diminish, with current apprehension about costs nearly matching the crisis levels of 1992. Notably, only 16% of Americans are satisfied with healthcare costs overall, despite 57% expressing satisfaction with their personal expenses, highlighting a significant disconnect between individual experiences and the broader national landscape of healthcare affordability. For healthcare professionals, this underscores the urgency to address the rising concerns over costs to improve patient trust and access to care.
