Medical Economics December 2, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Intensified immigration enforcement policies are causing heightened fear and deteriorating health among immigrants, impacting their access to care and insurance coverage.
- Nearly half of immigrant adults report negative health effects due to immigration-related fears, with higher rates among likely undocumented individuals.
- Many immigrants are avoiding healthcare systems, with a significant rise in skipped or postponed care due to cost, lack of insurance, and immigration concerns.
- Privacy concerns and potential data sharing with immigration authorities exacerbate fear, leading to further avoidance of medical care.
- Insurance gaps and financial pressures hinder access to necessary medical services, with uninsured rates significantly higher among likely undocumented immigrants.
More immigrant adults are skipping medical visits and worrying about physicians sharing their...
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