More than 67% of adults support eliminating health inequities for everyone

More than two-thirds of adults agree the U.S. should prioritize eliminating health inequities for everyone, according to a Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing’s Institute for Policy Solutions. The survey of 1,578 adults, fielded Sept. 24-Oct. 7, 2025, found agreement or neutrality among Democrats, Republicans and independents outweighs disagreement on eliminating health inequities, even as intensity of views varies. In addition, 70% of respondents said health care is right, not a privilege; 75% believe everyone should have access to care regardless of ability to pay; and 81% say the health system should prioritize keeping people healthy and preventing illness. The survey was conducted as part of the organization’s Bridging Our Divide: Eliminating Health Inequities for a Healthier Nation campaign. (Newswise news release, 2/26/26)