Public Opinion and Patient Experience

Our research on public opinion and patient experience elevates Californians’ voices in health policy discussions. We conduct regular statewide surveys to document access barriers, track health care affordability concerns, and understand patient needs and perspectives.

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Health Disparities by Race and Ethnicity in California Almanac — 2024 Edition

Disparities among historically marginalized groups in California occur across many demographic categories. This Almanac provides data that show how people of color face barriers in accessing health care, often receive suboptimal treatment, and are most likely to experience poor outcomes in the health care system.

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Polling in Congressional Districts 22, 40, and 41 Reveals Attitudes About Medi-Cal, Covered California, and Federal Cuts to Both

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New 2024 California Health Care Foundation Survey

New CHCF Survey on Central Valley Health Care Experiences

Californians with Low Incomes Almanac — 2024 Edition

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Aging with Pride and Authenticity: LGBTQIA+ Older Adults

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California Physicians Almanac — 2025 Edition

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Trusted Relationships Are Essential for Californians with Multiple Health and Social Needs

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California Health Care Almanac

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Federal Medicaid Cuts Would Devastate Health Care Systems in California’s Vast Rural North

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Elaine Berg lives in Bakersfield with her son Alpha Omega "Poppy" Stewart, right, who has Down syndrome. Both are Medi-Cal enrollees. Stewart's friend since high school, Daniel Montes, is at left.
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Kern, Tulare Counties Brace for Crisis Caused by Possible Medi-Cal Cuts

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Polling in Congressional Districts 22, 40, and 41 Reveals Attitudes About Medi-Cal, Covered California, and Federal Cuts to Both

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Polling in Congressional District 41 Reveals Attitudes About Medi-Cal, Covered California, and Federal Cuts to Both

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