A Gallup report released Tuesday found that 11% of U.S. adults — about 29 million people — were recently unable to afford or access quality health care, the highest figure on record. The increase has been driven largely by Black, Hispanic, and low-income adults.
Since 2021, the percentage of “cost desperate” Hispanic adults rose by 8 points to 18%, and Black adults by 5 points to 14%. Among households earning under $24,000 annually, the rate jumped 11 points to 25%.
While the percentage of white and higher-income adults experiencing care access issues remained steady, the share of those deemed “cost secure” — able to afford quality care and medications — fell to 50%, a record low. Hispanic adults saw the largest drop in cost security, from 51% to 34%.
The report warns of growing racial and economic disparities in U.S. health care. It also comes amid Republican proposals to cut Medicaid, which covers roughly 20% of Americans.
Source:
Discover more from News Facts Network
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
