Summary
A recent poll shows that a majority of Americans are worried about rising health care costs. There is also concern about the ongoing government shutdown affecting health care access and costs.
Key Facts
- 6 out of 10 Americans are very worried about rising health care costs.
- 4 out of 10 Americans fear they might not be able to pay for medication or health insurance.
- 81% of U.S. adults consider health care very important.
- Only 30% of people approve of President Trump's handling of health care.
- The government shutdown could impact Affordable Care Act tax credits.
- Some health care workers are striking over wages and staffing issues.
- A study links health care lobbying to rising consumer costs.
- There is a call for state regulation to prevent health care monopolies.
