Report finds Indiana lags nation in primary, preventative care

By: Mackenzi Klemann

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: March 24, 2026

Words: 821

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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Hoosiers are less likely to undergo routine cancer screenings or take their children to an annual checkup than residents of other states, according to a new report commissioned by the Indiana Business Health Collaborative.

The report found Indiana trails the nation and neighboring states in key areas of primary and preventative care access. Investments in both areas could contribute to efforts by lawmakers to curb medical costs by shifting patients away from the emergency …

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