cross-posted from: https://midwest.social/post/16766192

Cost, wait times, transportation problems, and negative interactions with healthcare professionals are causing U.S. women to delay or skip medical care, according to a Deloitte survey. Half of the surveyed women reported forgoing care in the past year, compared to 37% of men. Women require nearly 10% more health services than men but are 35% more likely to skip or delay care. Financial issues, access gaps, and poor provider experiences are key factors. Deloitte suggests increased investment in women’s health products and a multi-pronged strategy involving providers, insurers, and policymakers to improve women’s healthcare.

  • henfredemars
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    3 months ago

    Isn’t delaying care pretty normal in the US due to exorbitant medical costs?

    My parents were always “I’d rather not know because I couldn’t afford it anyway.”