Why is getting kids health insurance a higher priority than getting adults covered?

I don't understand this. It seems that getting kids health insurance in this country is more important than getting it for adults, when don't adults need to go to the doctor more often? If adults can't afford it, and therefore probably aren't getting the health care that they need, how are they supposed to take care of their kids?? I guess it's cheaper to get kids covered because adults generally are at a higher risk of having health problems, getting into serious accidents, etc. Why do kids really even need it? As an adult, I've have to go to the doctor more than when I was a kid. I recently had 3 wisdom teeth out, have a 4th one coming in, and I have to pay it all out of pocket because my small insurance policy won't cover dental. I think it's more important that adults get covered first.

I feel exactly the way you do. I don't understand why there are so many programs out there for kids, but little to nothing for adults.

I'm still trying to pay off my hospital bills from last year and I was only hospitalized twice.
I'm 25 now and I'd hate to see how much I'm going to have to start paying once I'm older and have more issues.

Because kids are HELPLESS in getting their own insurance...they rely completely on their parents or guardian. Kids should not have to pay for the laziness or misfortune of their parents. You HAVE the choice to get insurance or not. If you feel you cannot afford it then find a different job or work a second job....if you are not qualified to get a good job then educate yourself and get a better job. Children CANNOT do this!
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