Unfortunately, a large number of Americans put off getting proper medical care. Why? Often, because they cannot afford it.
Consider the results of recent research by Earnin, as reported by Peter Griffin:
“Health care is an essential part of many Americans lives. Yet, money can be a factor in whether or not they’re getting the medical attention they need. Earnin looked at the impact money has on taking care of oneself in a pair of September 2018 surveys. The dire financial wellness of most adults is bleeding into their actual wellness.”
“Over half of Americans (54 percent) say they’ve delayed medical care for themselves in the last 12 months because they couldn’t afford it. And almost a quarter of Americans (23 percent) have delayed medical care for over one year due to financial issues. Among people who delayed care in the past year, 55 percent delayed dental/orthodontic work, 43 percent delayed eye care, and 30 percent delayed annual exams.”
Overall, “Nearly half of Americans (49 percent) say their health tends to take a back seat to other financial obligations.”
Take a look at this chart from Earnin. Then, read more about the study results.
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