Study Says 5.4 Million Americans Lost Health Insurance During Pandemic

The video discusses the healthcare challenges faced by Florida and Texas during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the increase in uninsured individuals due to job losses. It examines the impact of Medicaid expansion on unemployment and insurance coverage, with Texas and Florida being among the states that rejected expansion. The video also details the rising COVID-19 cases and fatalities in these states, emphasizing the pressure on healthcare systems. It highlights the reluctance of uninsured individuals to seek medical care for COVID-19 symptoms due to cost concerns, and reports on record-breaking COVID-19 cases in Florida.

What common issue are hospitals in Florida and Texas facing during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• A shortage of medical staff

• A lack of medical supplies

• An increase in uninsured patients

• A decrease in patient admissions

According to Families USA, how many Americans lost their employer-provided health insurance between February and May?

• 5.4 million

• 4.5 million

• 3.2 million

• 6.1 million

What percentage of unemployed workers became uninsured in states that did not expand Medicaid?

• 33%

• 53%

• 43%

• 23%

What is a significant consequence of lacking health insurance during the pandemic?

• Increased access to healthcare

• Improved health outcomes

• Delayed medical care for COVID-19 symptoms

• Higher employment rates

What alarming trend is being observed in Florida regarding COVID-19 cases?

• A decrease in testing

• A decline in hospital admissions

• Record-breaking daily case numbers

• A reduction in healthcare costs