Why Over 25 Million Americans Are Still Uninsured Despite ACA Coverage Gains 2024

Pandemic-era policies, including the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision and enhanced Marketplace subsidies, significantly shaped U.S. health coverage in 2023. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expansions, particularly Medicaid and subsidized Marketplace coverage, served as a critical safety net during economic disruptions, contributing to a decline in the uninsured rate through 2022. While Medicaid disenrollment resumed in … Read more

Missouriโ€™s Population in 2024 – Key Stats and Insights

Map of Missouri with Highlighted Regions, Representing the Missouri Population

The landlocked state of Missouri, located in the Midwest region of the United States, is home to a population of 6,215,140 in 2024 according to the World Population Review. While population growth has slowed significantly, with a current growth rate of just 0.28% (ranking 41st nationally), the state has gradually edged past the 6.1 million … Read more

Why the United States in 2050 Will Be Unrecognizable Compared to Today

A Simple Map Highlighting the United States in 2050

The United States is undergoing a significant demographic shift toward an older society. A decade ago, seniors accounted for 13% of the population. Currently, that figure has risen to 16%, and projections from the Pew Research Center indicate it will reach 22% by 2050. At present, there are 45% more children under 18 than individuals … Read more

Arizona Population Statistics 2024 – 12 Key Data and Projections

An Aerial View of Arizona's Urban Landscape, Featuring Modern High-Rise Buildings, Residential Areas, and Highways, Reflecting the State's Population Growth and Urban Development

In the latest census of US population, Arizona had a population of 7,151,502. As of 2024, Arizona’s population is approximately 7,497,004 as per World Population Review The data reveals that the state has consistently been one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States. From 2023 to 2026, annual growth rates are projected to decrease … Read more

Federal Guidelines for Both Aerobic and Muscle-strengthening Activities – Physical Activity Among Adults Aged 18-64: United States, 2010-2015

State differences in physical activity

The study โ€œState Variation in Meeting the 2008 Federal Guidelines for Both Aerobic and Muscle-strengthening Activities Through Leisure-time Physical Activity Among Adults Aged 18-64: United States, 2010-2015โ€ uncovers important insights into physical activity patterns across the country. Lead authors Dr. Debra L. Blackwell and Dr. Tanya C. Clarke analyzed data from 2010 to 2015, revealing … Read more