Texas Women’s Health Crisis: The Cost of Care Keeping Patients Away

In the state where everything is bigger, it seems women’s health is suffering from the biggest budget cuts. Texas has snagged the unfortunate title of 47th in women’s health rankings, primarily due to unaffordable medical care. With doctor visits becoming a luxury instead of a necessity, many women are opting out of seeking care altogether.

The figures are startling—Texas ranks the lowest in affordability for doctor visits. When health checks come with a hefty price tag, it’s no wonder many women feel priced out of their own well-being. Low activity rates and life expectancy further reflect the challenges Texas faces in this area, exacerbating an already dire situation.

It’s a wake-up call for those in charge. The numbers show an urgent need for reform in healthcare access if Texas is going to improve its standing. Let’s hope this prompts some serious conversations and actions around health care—because nobody should have to choose between financial stability and their health. Maybe it’s time to stop thinking of healthcare as an expense and start seeing it as an investment. We’ve got to do better for the women of Texas!