Becker's Healthcare March 14, 2025
Americans’ self-reported physical and mental health ratings have reached their lowest levels in more than two decades, according to a March 13 Gallup report.
The survey, conducted in partnership with West Health, is based on responses from 1,001 U.S. adults collected from Nov. 6-20, 2024.
Three key takeaways:
1. Americans’ assessments of their health have trended downward since about 2013, with a sharp decline seen during the pandemic.
2. In the latest survey, 75% of adults described their mental health as “good” or “excellent,” a decline from 89% in 2012. Meanwhile, 76% rated...