Americans Face Record Healthcare Cost Anxiety Amid Systemic Challenges
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A record 23% of Americans believe the US healthcare system is in crisis, with 47% citing major problems, mainly high costs, which are linked to longer lifespans, economic fluctuations, and policy issues. Rising healthcare costs impact health outcomes, lead to skipped treatments, and are connected to mental health challenges, highlighting the need for systemic reforms to improve affordability and access.
Topics:nation#cost-of-healthcare#health#healthcare-affordability#healthcare-crisis#mental-health#us-healthcare-system
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