Table 1 Survey respondents’ characteristics and weighted population estimates
Characteristic | Survey response (N = 445) | Weighted estimate |
|---|---|---|
Ratio of people aged under 35Â years | 87% (384) | 85% |
Ratio of men | 78% (342) | 79% |
Average length of stay in Israel | 3.43 (±1.33) years | 3.36 (±2.75) years |
Usual reason for seeking healthcare: | ||
 Acute health problems | 44% (172) | 57% |
 Chronic health problem | 20% (78) | 11% |
 Stress, constant worry, trouble sleeping | 34% (131) | 31% |
Employment type: | ||
 Day labor/Contingent jobs | 12% (51) | 16% |
 Full time without paystub | 32% (143) | 37% |
 Full time with paystub | 53% (233) | 43% |
Average monthly income: | ||
  ≤ 4000 NIS | 40% (171) | 38% |
 4001–6000 NIS | 53% (226) | 55% |
  > 6000 NIS | 7% (31) | 7% |
Willingness to pay for health insurance: | ||
  ≤ 100 NIS | 39% (173) | 40% |
 101–300 NIS | 56% (248) | 54% |
  > 300 NIS | 2% (7) | 1% |
 Not willing to pay for health insurance | 3% (14) | 5% |
Auxiliary services deemed important/very important | ||
 Medical interpretation | 96% (423) | 96% |
 Instructions on medical regimens | 97% (425) | 97% |
 Information on health rights | 97% (427) | 98% |