Youth Mental Health Care Crisis Deepens
#YouthMentalHealth #HealthcareAccessA Harvard study reveals nearly 25% of U.S. parents report unmet mental health needs for their children. Access barriers are pronounced for homeschooled, single-parent, and low-income households, highlighting a critical national care gap. read more
Obesity Drug Coverage Decision Looms for Trump Administration
#ObesityTreatment #HealthcareAccessMillions of obese Americans eagerly await a decision from President-elect Donald Trump on a proposed $35 billion plan by the Biden administration to provide access to weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic through government health programs. read more
#France #HealthcareAccess
Doctors of North African origin in France are considering emigration due to the rise of the far-right National Rally party in regions with poor healthcare access. The party's success in deprived areas is leading to concerns about rights and welcome for foreign doctors. read more
#AbortionBan #HealthcareAccess
Two years after the Roe v Wade decision was overturned, 14 Republican-controlled states have implemented bans on abortion with limited exceptions. Pregnant individuals face significant barriers and health risks due to lack of access, forcing some to travel hundreds of miles. read more
#Walmart #healthcareaccess
Walmart is closing all health clinics in six states, citing an unsustainable business model. The closures leave rural areas potentially lacking affordable healthcare. The company plans to focus on continuity of care for patients and supporting affected staff. read more