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flag Six in 10 Americans are deeply worried about rising health care costs in 2026 amid policy uncertainty and projected premium hikes.

flag A new AP-NORC poll finds that 6 in 10 Americans are extremely or very worried about rising health care costs in 2026, with concerns spanning all ages and insurance statuses. flag Many fear they won’t afford care, medications, or coverage, especially as open enrollment nears amid federal policy uncertainty from a stalled government shutdown and a Republican-passed bill cutting over $1 trillion from health and food programs. flag Employer-sponsored premiums are projected to rise 6% to 10%, driven by high-cost drugs and aging workers, prompting employers to shift more costs to employees. flag Despite health care being a top concern for 8 in 10 adults, a deep partisan divide remains over government responsibility for coverage, and President Trump’s handling of the issue continues to face widespread disapproval.

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