Managed Healthcare Executive August 22, 2019
Millennials are not only shying away from regular physicals and wellness checks, they’re also reluctant to go see a doctor when a medical problem arises, according to new study.
In June 2019, Harmony Healthcare IT researchers surveyed 2,103 millennials between the ages of 23 to 38. Fifty-seven percent of respondents were female and 43% were male. Of those respondents, 82% were employed or self-employed. Thirty-five percent of respondents identified as having a pre-existing medical condition.
The study found that one in four has gone more than five years without an annual physical examination, and roughly half admit to putting off treatment for a health issue altogether. The majority (73%) say they search for medical...
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