About The Study: The findings of this cohort study of U.S. households with children suggest that high out-of-pocket medical costs may make it more difficult for households to afford health-related social needs (i.e., accessing food, paying bills, and living in quality housing), potentially contributing to adverse health outcomes.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Michael Caniglia, PhD, MPA, email Michael.caniglia@nationwidechildrens.org .
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