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Dear Friend:
A recent study on health care contains some distressing
results. The study asked women about their experience with
obtaining health care. Among the findings were that 67 percent
of uninsured women under age 65 had delayed or gone without
medical care because they thought they could not afford it.
Among insured women, 17 percent went without needed care
because of concerns about cost.
When it comes to prescription drugs, 41 percent of uninsured
women, 17 percent of women with private insurance, and 19
percent of those with Medicare said they had not filled a
prescription because of cost. The survey also attempted to
measure whether preventative care may suffer because of cost.
It found that the rates of women receiving mammograms and pap
tests had fallen.
One finding from the study is of special interest. Many women
reported that one of the most frequent discussions that they
have with their doctor concerns the cost of medical care and
how they can afford care. Instead of talking with their
doctors about better nutrition, preventative care, or other
ways to stay healthy, many women focus their attention on
paying for care.
When I asked Californians about the need for health care reform
last year, an overwhelming majority said that health care is
too costly and that Congress should take steps towards reform.
This new survey is yet another reminder of the work that
remains to be done to make health care both more affordable and
more accessible. Ensuring that all Americans have access to
treatment when they need it and preventative care is a priority
of mine, and you can count on me to work for this priority.
Sincerely,
Barbara Boxer
United States Senator
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