To begin, providing affordable health care for people of limited economic means allows them to pursue medical treatment and services that they may have otherwise gone without due to the cost. Without access to adequate health care, many people forego necessary treatments such as cancer screenings, vaccinations, check-ups, to name a few. Consequently, they are increasing the likelihood of becoming ill with severe and chronic conditions which can have catastrophic implications both on their health and their ability to support themselves or their families. For those at the lower ends of the economic spectrum, this lack of access to medical treatment can be a major roadblock to achieving economic stability and upward mobility.
In addition to promoting health and wellbeing, expanding access to affordable health care for those in low-income households can reduce the economic burden of medical and hospital bills. This reduction can free up resources that can be used for other necessary items such as food, clothing, and shelter. Furthermore,
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