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According to a new survey by the Public Policy Institute of California, nearly 60% of Californians believe major changes are needed in the state’s health care system.

Changes to Health System

The poll found that 62% of Democrats and 61% of independents thought major changes were needed in California’s health care system, compared with 53% of Republicans.

Researchers also found that:

• 91% of respondents said that universal children’s health coverage is important for preventing illness:
• 60% of respondents said they wanted more emphasis on preventive health care rather than treatment;
• 40% of respondents said they were very satisfied with the quality of their health care; and
• 22% said they were dissatisfied with the quality of their health care.

In addition, 53% of respondents said they were very concerned that California’s budget deficit would lead to major cuts in health and human services, while 31% of respondents said they were somewhat concerned.

Federal Health Reform Law

When asked about the federal health reform law, 51% of respondents said they support the overhaul and 36% said they oppose it.

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