NPR Poll Shows 1 In 5 Missed Medical Care When Pandemic Hit

The transcript discusses the impact of the pandemic on medical care, highlighting a survey by NPR in major US cities. It reveals that one in five households faced challenges in accessing medical care, leading to serious consequences for many.

What percentage of households in the surveyed cities had at least one person unable to get medical care?

Which cities were included in the NPR survey regarding medical care during the pandemic?

What reasons did people give for delaying medical care during the pandemic?

How did the pandemic affect the ability of households to access medical care?

What were the serious consequences faced by households that delayed medical care?