Half of US Adults Worry About Healthcare Affordability

Half of US adults worry about affording healthcare, with 15% borrowing money or rationing medicine. 30% skipped recommended procedures due to cost. Survey shows significant state-to-state differences, with Mississippi having the highest affordability issues. Congress to decide on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, potentially doubling premiums for 20 million people. Employer-sponsored insurance costs projected to rise to $18,500 per employee in 2026, driven by prescription drug spending. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.