Cassenda Nelson’s story highlights how medical debt is crushing millions of American families. A single mother of four in southwest Georgia, she struggles to afford care for her daughter Amunet’s complex health conditions, including diabetes and seizures. Despite paying nearly $800 a month for insurance, Nelson faces over $10,000 in debt, shrinking her food budget, losing electricity, and moving into low-income housing.
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Healthcare Costs Forcing American Families into Poverty
Her situation reflects a broader crisis: over 100 million Americans carry unpaid medical bills, often damaging credit scores and forcing sacrifices in housing, education, and daily essentials. Experts warn this burden disproportionately affects Black families and rural communities, deepening inequality.
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