More Wisconsinites skipping medical care due to cost

A new report from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reveals a troubling trend: more than one in 10 state residents have skipped necessary medical care over the past five years because they couldn’t afford it. The findings highlight how financial barriers continue to prevent Wisconsinites from accessing essential health services, with advocates warning that delayed care can lead to serious long-term health consequences. According to the report, over 10.1% of Wisconsin residents avoided medical treatment they needed during the five-year period studied, citing cost as the primary barrier. The data has prompted health officials and advocates to call for improved strategies to expand care access across the state.