Five counties in Northeast Ohio have no hospitals routinely delivering babies, forcing expectant mothers to look elsewhere. As local maternity wards shutter, the distance between county seats and delivery rooms is growing—along with concerns over access to care.
The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is urging Starbucks to change course on a reported plan to discontinue health plan coverage of GLP-1 medications for obesity. Health advocates fear that withdrawing coverage of these prescriptions could affect essential care for individuals living with obesity.
Intersex youth who rely on hormone therapy are facing treatment challenges as the Trump administration threatens to cut funding for medical centers providing gender-affirming care to trans minors. A mother’s voice highlights the lack of recognition for children who life does not easily categorize, raising alarm among families and advocates.
Georgia’s founders dreamed of a place where thriving businesses and social welfare went hand in hand. While the state enjoys top rankings as a business hub, it still struggles with low marks in cost of living, child well-being, and healthcare access, underscoring a pressing need for renewed focus on its original mission.
Idaho’s state budget-writing committee is weighing potential cuts to the Medicaid program, prompting a Democratic lawmaker to call for public input. Concerned about the impact on healthcare access, the legislator hopes public feedback will guide the committee’s decisions.
An unexpected vertigo attack in 2015 turned one writer’s life upside down, underscoring the steep challenges of treating chronic health issues. Through physical therapy, she regained some stability. Now, she calls upon society to recognize the importance of accessible, affordable health care coverage.
Preston County Schools Board members in Kingwood, W.Va., recently considered a proposal to open school-based health centers. The discussion was part of a board meeting dedicated to improving student access to medical care and addressing other district business.
Gratitude pours forth for the Pocatello Free Clinic, credited with providing a critical health care resource for individuals lacking insurance. This short opinion piece applauds the staff for their dedication and underscores the clinic’s impressive mission in supporting the local community.
In a critical legal battle, Planned Parenthood is striving to prevent Medicaid funding cuts to its abortion providers, asserting that such reductions will adversely affect vulnerable populations with limited healthcare options.
Rep. Scott Peters’ efforts to protect Medicaid were thwarted in Congress as a plan to scale back the healthcare program advanced despite his opposition. The decision holds significant implications for uninsured individuals relying on Medicaid in San Diego’s 50th District.
