No laughing matter: Survey finds nearly 16% of Chicago comedians lack access to health insurance

Source WBEZ
Original Load Date Aug. 6, 2026, 11:01 a.m.
Last Updated Aug. 6, 2026, 11:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.wbez.org/health-medicine/2026/08/06/health-care-coverage-comedians-survey-access

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As the Health Alliance for Chicago Comedians launched, Elizabeth Grossman started to hear from other artists — like musicians and actors — seeking solutions for accessing health care. This week, the Chicago-based group released its first [ report ][1] detailing their survey of 110 comedians who eit...