Europeans Skip Medical Appointments and Family Visits to Pay Energy Bills
A new study by Euronews reveals that rising fuel and energy costs are forcing many Europeans to take extreme measures.
By Europa Express11 Sep 2026 · 07:30 CETUpdated 11 Sep 2026 · 07:30 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEFDeveloping · Energy
Core Briefing: Europeans Skip Medical Appointments and Family Visits to Pay Energy Bills
Strategic Context: A new study by Euronews reveals that rising fuel and energy costs are forcing many Europeans to take extreme measures.
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According to a study reported by Euronews, rising energy and fuel bills are severely impacting people across Europe. To offset these soaring prices, some individuals are resorting to extreme measures, which include giving up on essential medical care.
The financial pressure is also causing residents to skip family visits in order to cover their basic household utility and transportation expenses.
However, the findings highlight that not all Europeans are affected equally by the ongoing energy and fuel cost crisis.