Overview

• Over 50% of adults aged 50 and older are very concerned about healthcare costs, including medical care, prescription drugs, and insurance.
• The University of Michigan's National Poll on Healthy Aging identifies five of the top six concerns as cost-related.
• Financial scams and fraud also emerge as a major issue, impacting older adults' mental health and financial stability.
• Demographic variations show women, liberals, and rural residents are more likely to be concerned about healthcare expenses.
• Candidates for the 2024 election are urged to address these concerns to engage older voters.