Even amidst anationwide push for incentives, the number of shots administered daily is stagnant.
But, the number of unvaccinated Americans who say they do not plan to get vaccinated hasn’t budged.
Many of the people that aren’t vaccinated yet are having trouble accessing the vaccine.
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Making the vaccine convenient and easy to get remains a hurdle that the Biden administration is racing to address.
We collected the latest data for the week ending on May 14.
Parents and caregivers were more likely to say it was a challenge to get a vaccine for themselves.
However, this day of free care may not help parents working non-traditional hours, like night shifts.
And it isnt an option for those who act as caregivers for other adults.
Now, theyre turning their attention to other health issues.Many people delayedcare during the pandemic.
These will likely be for routine check-ups.
Forty-four percent of our respondents say they plan on going to the doctor.
Nearly 1 in 4 (23%) say their health is worse off than before the pandemic.
Our survey respondents report experiencing body aches and pains, headaches, and insomnia.
And beyond physical health, healthcare providers will need to address an onslaught of mental health issues.
The younger generation is also more likely to be stressed compared to older Americans.
A third of those millennials or younger say theyve been overall very stressed in the last 30 days.
This number is half as much for the Boomers or older group (13%).
But mental health professionalsmay struggle to meet this demand.
A Word From Verywell
The last year was challenging and stressful for most people.
Feeling anxious about returning to public life is completely valid.
If it’s interfering with your quality of life, consider talking to a mental health professional.
Accessing mental health care can be difficult to navigate.
If you’re unsure where to start you could call SAMHSAs National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
If you are having suicidal thoughts, dial988to contact the988 Suicide & Crisis Lifelineand connect with a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911.
The survey is fielded online every other week.
The total sample matches U.S. Census estimates for age, gender, race/ethnicity, and region.
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