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This report, The Role of Healthcare in Reducing Inequalities and Poverty in the EU<\/em>, published by the European Commission<\/a>, explores how public healthcare can alleviate social and economic disparities across EU Member States. Chapter 2<\/strong> examines household-level vulnerabilities, documenting unmet medical and dental needs<\/strong> and the incidence of catastrophic out-of-pocket (OOP) spending<\/strong>, which disproportionately affect low-income and other vulnerable groups. By quantifying these gaps, the report highlights how access to healthcare contributes to reducing poverty and protecting households from financial hardship.<\/p>\n