
Gallup News Article
What barriers do Americans face in accessing care? The Center uncovers restrictions to access and how they affect Americans' ability to get timely, appropriate healthcare.
Now, please think about the mental healthcare system in your area, including the cost of care, the quality of care provided, and how easily care can be accessed when needed. What grade would you give the overall mental healthcare system in your area right now?

“I went undiagnosed for 35 years with a rare genetic disease. ... I believe that was based on my coverage and ability to pay for genetic testing. ... From birth, that hindered my life.”


“The healthcare system is broken. A lot of people don’t have access to healthcare or it isn’t adequate healthcare.”



“I am happy that I live in a more urban environment because I do have a lot of options that other people don’t in terms of being able to make those decisions to ensure that I am getting quality healthcare.”