Pharmaceutical Executive August 6, 2024
Mike Hollan

Respondents said logistic reasons kept them from going to the doctor.

Aflac released the results of its annual Wellness Matters survey, which shows some surprising results for younger adults and Millennials.1 According to the survey, people in these age ranges are concerned about maintaining their personal health, but they also regularly skip wellness check-ups. While a significant number of respondents said they avoid common health screenings, members of the younger generations are reporting so at much higher rates.

This is likely due to a variety of logistical barriers they face when it comes to going to the doctor. Obviously, healthcare costs are a significant reason for this. Younger adults, however, also face issues like being able to get time off...

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