Healthcare Costs Dominate Older Voters' Concerns Ahead of 2024 Election

New surveys reveal significant worry over medical expenses, with implications for political candidates seeking support from this key demographic.

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.