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Mar 12, 2026
Affordability Report

National data confirms millions are sacrificing food and utilities for healthcare access.
Jan 1, 2025
Deductible Reset

Annual insurance resets lead to a spike in out-of-pocket medical spending for families.
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Inflationary Peak

Rising costs for food and energy begin to squeeze household discretionary spending.

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Healthcare Costs Force Millions into 'Heat or Eat' Survival Dilemmas

A critical segment of the U.S. population is now sacrificing basic necessities, including nutrition and home utilities, to manage escalating healthcare expenses. This trend highlights a systemic affordability crisis that is undermining the social determinants of health for millions of households.

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