A report from the West Health-Gallup Center on Healthcare in America indicates that approximately 24% of U.S. employees remain in jobs they do not prefer primarily to maintain their health insurance coverage. This figure represents a significant increase since 2021. The phenomenon, referred to as "job lock," is particularly pronounced among individuals with chronic conditions, with 41% of this group reporting that they stay in their jobs for health insurance.
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Survey finds 24% of U.S. employees stay in jobs for health insurance
A recent survey reveals that 24% of U.S. employees continue working in undesirable jobs to retain health insurance, marking an increase since 2021. The issue is more pronounced among those with chronic health conditions, with 41% citing health insurance as a reason for job retention.
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Staying in a job for the health insurance? About 1 in 4 Americans do, a survey says
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