A Third of Americans Have Cut Spending or Borrowed Money for Health Care

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/12/health/health-costs-cutting-back.html?unlocked_article_code=1.SlA.St-K.bJXLJ3Ht2jCl

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oh_@lemmy.world · 15 pts · 147d (1 reply)

I just avoid the doctor. I am sure a lot do that too.

Sir_Kevin@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 2 pts · 146d

I have a messed up shoulder, finger and tooth. I just deal with the pain because that's the only option I really have.

DarrinBrunner@lemmy.world · 9 pts · 147d
gedaliyah@lemmy.world · 7 pts · 147d

It's hard to believe it's so low. I'd have assumed it was much higher.

Tempus_Fugit@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 146d

I have no health insurance ATM. I'm lucky to not have any complications yet, but it'll happen and It'll bankrupt me.