rural healthcare

“Local pharmacies are often one of the most accessible and affordable points of care for working families, seniors, and Medicaid patients — providing medications, vaccinations, and trusted health care services,” Pritzker said in a news release. #pharmacies #distribution #capitolnewsillinois

Even with major progress on insulin affordability, many people with diabetes struggle under the weight of a costly system.

Op-Ed: Health Equity Requires More Than Good Intentions: Why 340B Needs Transparency Before Expansion - Black women and families in underserved communities face some...

Providers warn that recent actions by pharmaceutical manufacturers restricting how and where discounted medications can be dispensed are threatening the program, forcing hospitals and clinics to make difficult choices and putting patient care at risk in urban, suburban, and rural communities. #healthcare #drug #pricing

Under the program, eligible health care providers may apply for up to $3 million in capital improvement funding to upgrade facilities, expand capacity, or modernize infrastructure. #healthcenters #grant

Instead, we call for thoughtful, equitable solutions that support—not sacrifice—the pillars of health and economic well-being in underserved communities. #MFN