> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 👶 US Preschool Enrolment Rises. Medical Barriers to Americans. Advancement of US Defense Nanotechnology. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/us-preschool-enrolment-rises-medical-barriers-to-americans-advancement-of-us-defense-nanotechnology/ - Published: 2025-06-26T11:48:50.000Z - Updated: 2025-06-26T11:48:50.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #373 Looks at US Preschool Enrollment, Medical Barriers Faced by Americans, and Advancements in US Defense Nanotechnology. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts ✉️ Four New Skills Newsletters! [****AI & Digital Skills**](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/ai-digital-skills/)****,** [****Advanced Manufacturing**](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/advanced-manufacturing/)****,** [****Green Skills**](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/green-skills/), and [****Health Skills**](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/health-skills/) [**Dia dhuit**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish%5Flanguage?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **☘️** Nuvance Health receives [$5.1M](https://westfaironline.com/fairfield/nuvance-health-receives-5-1m-donation-from-dalio-education/?print=print&ref=newsletters.qs.com) donation from Dalio Education. The Steel Network [announces plans](https://www.plantservices.com/industry-news/news/55295234/the-steel-network-invests-in-new-steel-framing-systems-manufacturing-facility-in-texas?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for a new steel framing systems manufacturing facility in Texas. 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Cybastion and Angola Telecom invest [$170 million ](https://techafricanews.com/2025/06/25/cybastion-and-angola-telecom-announce-170m-investment-to-boost-angolas-digital-sovereignty/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)to enhance Angola’s cybersecurity, infrastructure, and digital sovereignty. ### Today's Topics 👶 P**reschool.** Preschool enrolment up 5% among 3 to 5-year-old children ⚕️ **Healthcare.** 50% of US adults worry about the ability to pay medical bills 🏭 **Advanced Manufacturing.** US invested >$250M in nanotechnological defense development Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe Now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## 👶 Preschool Enrolment Up 5% Among 3 to 5-Year-Old Children [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/06/HolonIQ_Percentage_of_3_4_year_olds_and_5_year_olds_enrolled_in_US_2018_2022_HCH4SF8ZHDJZX3M9Y7CR.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH4SF8ZHDJZX3M9Y7CR/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Preschool enrolment in the US grew by around 5% among 5-year-old and 3 to 4-year-old children, slightly below pre-pandemic levels. Driven by growing awareness of early childhood education’s impact on brain and emotional development in kids, [2023 saw record-high enrolments and state funding](https://earlylearningnation.com/2025/04/preschool-enrollment-spending-hit-record-highs-but-access-and-quality-gaps-persist/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=Setting%20New%20Records,as%20federal%20recovery%20dollars%20decreased.). However, [rising preschool costs continue to hinder access for low-income families](https://nieer.org/yearbook/2024/executive-summary?ref=newsletters.qs.com). In response, the government and various organizations are actively working to improve the affordability and accessibility of early childhood education. ## ⚕️ 50% of US Adults Worry About the Ability to Pay Medical Bills [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/06/HolonIQ_Share_of_adults_who_reported_barriers_to_accessing_medical_care_in_US_2023_HCHS4TOCXJBR0UXOS5K2--3-.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHS4TOCXJBR0UXOS5K2?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2023, 45% of US adults expressed concern about affording medical bills, while 28% delayed or skipped care due to high costs. Despite rising healthcare expenditures, 11% lacked a regular source of care, and another 11% struggled to pay off medical bills.[ Doctors have raised serious concerns about insurance companies causing delays to vital medical procedures](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/26/us-health-insurance-system-doctors?ref=newsletters.qs.com). C[ombined with rising living costs, these challenges highlight persistent affordability](https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/12/09/rising-health-insurance-costs/76865884007/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and access barriers that prevent many Americans from receiving timely and essential healthcare. ## 🏭 US Invested >$250M in Nanotechnological Defense Development [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/06/HolonIQ_Investment_into_nanotechnology_developments_by_the_United_States_Department_of_Defense_2023_Millions_USD_HCHDU6TYS9CPE7MYZPBT--1-.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHDU6TYS9CPE7MYZPBT/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Nanotechnology is revolutionizing defense by [enabling the creation of lighter, stronger, and more efficient materials crucial for military and aerospace applications](https://www.azonano.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=3028&ref=newsletters.qs.com). In 2023, the US invested over $250M in nanotech, reflecting its strategic importance. One key area is advanced coatings, enhancing corrosion resistance and reducing weight, which directly impacts aircraft and defense systems.[ The Aerospace & Defense Coatings Market, valued at over $1B in 2024, is projected to reach $1.5B by 2030](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/01/14/3009512/28124/en/Aerospace-Defense-Coatings-Market-Research-2025-Global-1-5-Bn-Industry-Trends-Opportunities-and-Forecasts-2020-2030-Increasing-Demand-for-MRO-Services-and-Expanding-Role-of-Nanotec.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com), underscoring growing demand and innovation. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1749831404162.1749845959660.481&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.4.1749845959660&%5F%5Fhsfp=4268195782&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. 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