Health and Healthcare

Social Time Crucial to Daily Emotional Well-Being in U.S.

Americans happiest on days when they spend 6 to 7 hours socializing

June 5, 2008
On a given day, 49% of Americans experience a lot of enjoyment/happiness, while 10% experience intense stress/worry. The percentage of Americans who experience a lot of happiness/enjoyment compared to those who experience intense stress/worry is highest for those who report spending six to seven hours socializing.More ...

Nearly As Many Americans Struggling as Thriving

Happiness and enjoyment tend to peak on weekends and holidays

April 29, 2008
Based on the first-of-its-kind daily survey of American well-being, the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index finds 49% of Americans thriving, 47% struggling, and nearly 4% suffering.More ...

Few Americans Meet Exercise Targets

Self-reported rates of physical exercise show little change since 2001

January 1, 2008
Since 2001, Americans’ levels of participation in three broad categories of exercise have barely budged. Few meet medical targets for vigorous exercise, moderate physical activities, or weight training.More ...

Three in 10 Have Postponed Medical Treatment Due to Cost

Most deferred treatment for serious condition

December 14, 2007
Gallup’s latest Healthcare survey shows that 30% of U.S. households report putting off medical treatment because of cost. Out of those who say they postponed treatment, 60% say it was for either a very or a somewhat serious condition.More ...
Iraq Top Issue for 2008 Vote

Iraq Top Issue for 2008 Vote

December 13, 2007
Americans say the war in Iraq, the economy and healthcare are the most important issues that will decide their vote in 2008.
Prioritizing Long-Term Care

Prioritizing Long-Term Care

December 6, 2007
Newt Gingrich and Bob Kerrey discuss the importance of improving healthcare options for aging Americans. Americans say access and cost are the most important health issues in the U.S.

“Access” Gains as Top Perceived U.S. Health Problem

Healthcare access and costs lead this year’s ranking

December 3, 2007
Thirty percent of Americans, up from 22% a year ago, name access to healthcare as the most urgent health problem facing the country today. This is the highest percentage mentioning access in the 20 years Gallup has asked the question. Access now ties with healthcare costs as the top-rated concern.More ...
Care Access Biggest Health Concern

Care Access Biggest Health Concern

December 3, 2007
Americans have grown more likely over the past year to say access to healthcare is the most urgent health problem facing the U.S.

Republicans Report Much Better Mental Health Than Others

Relationship persists even when controlling for other variables

November 30, 2007
Republicans are significantly more likely than Democrats or independents to rate their mental health as excellent. This relationship persists even when controlling for variables such as income, religion, and gender.More ...
Tackling HIV/AIDS in Kenya

Tackling HIV/AIDS in Kenya

November 30, 2007
Gallup's Regional Director for sub-Saharan Africa weighs in on Kenyans' relatively high awareness about treating and preventing HIV/AIDS.
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