Medical Xpress October 8, 2024
The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation released findings from its latest health care access survey, revealing that more than 40% of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients have made significant financial trade-offs to afford their health care. The survey highlighted that among all respondents, 30% reported giving up vacations or major household purchases, 22% increased their credit card debt, and 21% cut back on essential items such as food, clothing, or basic household items.
The survey, published in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, included responses from more than 2,200 IBD patients and caregivers, and highlighted persistent challenges in accessing medications, tests, and treatments due to insurance restrictions and financial burdens.
Among patients prescribed medication for their IBD in the past year:
- The majority...
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