Challenges Quote by Hanya Yanagihara
“Health insurance, which is exceedingly difficult to secure as an individual in New York. Obamacare, while certainly better than nothing, is pretty awful, and if you have a complicated health history, as I do, you need premium insurance, which means private insurance. The challenge, though, is finding a company that will give you the privilege of paying up to $1,400 a month for it. When I didn't have a job, I spent more time thinking about insurance - not just paying for it, but securing it in the first place - than I wanted to.”
About This Quote
The speaker describes the difficulty of obtaining affordable, comprehensive health insurance in New York, especially with a complex medical history.
In simple terms: Finding good health insurance in New York is hard and expensive.
Key Takeaway
Research options and consider subsidies or employer plans.
Themes
healthcare
finance
policy
access
inequality
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
informational
personal
When to use this quote
- individuals with chronic conditions
- low‑income families
- job seekers
- policy advocates
Key Concepts
insurance markets
risk pooling
public vs private
affordability
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist beyond private plans?
- How can policy improve affordability?
A Different Perspective
High premiums may still leave gaps in coverage.
