No laughing matter: Survey finds nearly 16% of Chicago comedians lack access to health insurance

As the Health Alliance for Chicago Comedians launched, Elizabeth Grossman started to hear from other artists — like musicians and actors — seeking solutions for accessing health care. This week, the Chicago-based group released its first report detailing their survey of 110 comedians who either lived in Chicago or performed in the city during the first half of this year. Of those surveyed, nearly 16% are uninsured. Another 24% buy their insurance through Get Covered Illinois, the state’s…