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Image: KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation)ā¢ Nearly two-thirds (64%) of U.S. adults worry about affording health care costs, with 30% very worried, topping affordability concerns over gas prices. ā¢ Health care affordability remains the public's primary worry despite other economic pressures. ā¢ Poll highlights ongoing financial strain on households amid rising medical expenses.
kff.orgā¢ A majority of Americans express concern over rising healthcare costs and support increased federal tax spending to address these challenges, according to the Axios/Ipsos American Health Index released March 17, 2026. ā¢ The poll demonstrates bipartisan support for government action on healthcare affordability, reflecting widespread concern among the U.S. public about escalating medical expenses. ā¢ Americans also show increased trust in government handling of childhood vaccination decisions, signaling broader public confidence in health policy interventions.
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Image: Gallupā¢ Gallup survey of over 5,500 U.S. adults from Oct-Dec 2025 finds 25% use AI for health info, with 59% researching before doctor visits. ā¢ About 14 million adults skipped provider visits in past 30 days after AI advice, though only 4% strongly trust its accuracy. ā¢ Low trust levels (33% trust, 34% distrust) raise concerns on AI's role in U.S. healthcare decisions amid access barriers.
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Image: Fox Businessā¢ A Gallup poll reveals 61% of Americans are 'extremely' or 'very' concerned about rising healthcare costs and insurance premiums, now topping all other domestic issues. ā¢ Concern spans parties: 89% of Democrats, 80% of independents, and 72% of Republicans express high worry over healthcare affordability. ā¢ The finding surpasses fears about the economy or inflation, highlighting healthcare as a unifying voter priority ahead of elections.
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Image: Public Health Watchā¢ New national polls from KFF and West Health-Gallup show Americans cutting back on health care, including rationing medications, to afford rising costs affecting daily living and access. ā¢ Millions express worry about affording emergency services, routine visits, and prescription drugs, leading to dangerous health trade-offs. ā¢ US physicians report higher burnout, stress, and dissatisfaction than international peers, with female doctors at greater risk and shortages projected at 40,000 primary care doctors by 2036.
publichealthwatch.orgā¢ Heartland Forward-commissioned research released March 19 reveals broad U.S. consensus on maternal health priorities and actionable steps forward. ā¢ Conducted in Bentonville, Ark., the poll finds Americans ready to address maternal care gaps nationwide. ā¢ Results point to unified public support for policy and community interventions to boost outcomes.
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