More than 60,000 of U.S. COVID-19 deaths in the pandemic’s first year were attributable to inadequate health insurance

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In general, with more people in need of access to health care than ever before, expanding and improving health insurance coverage should be a priority. Providing better coverage options, increasing subsidies, and making the process simpler for people to access care, will in turn help ensure that no one is left without the medical care they need.

Author: The Commonwealth Fund

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