Health and Healthcare
August 1, 2008Majorities in most sub-Saharan African nations agree that abstaining from sex, using a latex condom every time someone has any kind of sex, and/or having monogamous sex with an uninfected partner are all ways to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS.
July 21, 2008Forty percent of Americans view a person that smokes more negatively, while 29% view a significantly overweight person more negatively.
Majority of Americans say neither affects their opinion
July 21, 2008The majority of Americans say the fact that a person smokes or is significantly overweight does not affect their opinion of that person, although 40% say they have a more negative opinion of smokers, and 29% have a more negative opinion of someone who is significantly overweight.
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Americans happiest on days when they spend 6 to 7 hours socializing
June 5, 2008On a given day, 49% of Americans experience a lot of enjoyment/happiness, while 10% experience intense stress/worry. The percentage of Americans who experience a lot of happiness/enjoyment compared to those who experience intense stress/worry is highest for those who report spending six to seven hours socializing.
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Happiness and enjoyment tend to peak on weekends and holidays
April 29, 2008Based on the first-of-its-kind daily survey of American well-being, the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index finds 49% of Americans thriving, 47% struggling, and nearly 4% suffering.
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Self-reported rates of physical exercise show little change since 2001
January 1, 2008Since 2001, Americans’ levels of participation in three broad categories of exercise have barely budged. Few meet medical targets for vigorous exercise, moderate physical activities, or weight training.
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Most deferred treatment for serious condition
December 14, 2007Gallup’s latest Healthcare survey shows that 30% of U.S. households report putting off medical treatment because of cost. Out of those who say they postponed treatment, 60% say it was for either a very or a somewhat serious condition.
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December 13, 2007Americans say the war in Iraq, the economy and healthcare are the most important issues that will decide their vote in 2008.
December 6, 2007Newt Gingrich and Bob Kerrey discuss the importance of improving healthcare options for aging Americans. Americans say access and cost are the most important health issues in the U.S.
December 3, 2007Americans have grown more likely over the past year to say access to healthcare is the most urgent health problem facing the U.S.
