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Gallup Poll: 61% of Americans Anxious About Health Care

3/31/2026

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A Gallup poll finds health care is Americans' top concern, with 61% reporting significant anxiety about its availability and cost.
The survey, conducted March 2–17, shows 80% of Democrats and 66% of independents are concerned about health care, with 55% of Republicans focusing on illegal immigration.
The results reflect a shift from years when economic issues dominated, with the expiration of ObamaCare subsidies increasing costs and prompting spending adjustments.

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Story summary

A Gallup poll finds health care is Americans' top concern, with 61% reporting significant anxiety about its availability and cost.
The survey, conducted March 2–17, shows 80% of Democrats and 66% of independents are concerned about health care, with 55% of Republicans focusing on illegal immigration.
The results reflect a shift from years when economic issues dominated, with the expiration of ObamaCare subsidies increasing costs and prompting spending adjustments.