Health Care in the U. S. : A Growing Concern

Recent findings reveal a troubling trend in the U.S. health care system:

• Affordability and Timeliness Issues
• Many Americans are struggling to access affordable and timely medical care.
• High costs are causing people to skip necessary medical procedures.

• Long wait times are preventing individuals from receiving the care they need.

• Disparities Among Racial Groups

• Black and Hispanic Americans report a decline in access to quality, affordable health care.

• Rising Concerns
• Nearly half of U.S. adults are worried about affording necessary care in the coming year.

• This is the highest level of concern since tracking began in 2021.

• State-by-State Variations
• No state received a grade higher than a C+.
• The worst states, like Nevada and Alaska, received a C-.
• Significant differences exist in cost, quality, and access to care.
• In Mississippi, 36% of adults reported someone in their household couldn't afford a prescription in the past three months.

• In Iowa, this rate is only 12%.

• Top 10 States Still Face Challenges
• Even in the best-performing states, one in four adults reported skipping recommended health care due to cost.
• 20% of adults find it difficult to get the health services they need.

The data indicates that the U.S. health care system has a long way to go to ensure equitable and accessible care for all.