A new report has warned the private health system needs urgent repair as younger Australians continue to drop out at an alarming rate.
It's sparked calls from consumers and the industry alike for the Federal Government to do more to make cover more affordable.
A grim prognosis for a multi-billion dollar insurance sector.
A leading think-tank says private health cover is costly, unfair and confusing.
Health insurers themselves acknowledge the difficulties keeping young people in the private system.
But they say it's crucial to maintain a viable industry in Australia to relieve the pressure on our public hospitals.
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