Overview of a Critical Healthcare Challenge In the heart of America's bustling cities, urban safety-net hospitals stand as lifelines for millions of low-income and uninsured individuals, yet they face an unprecedented threat from recent Medicaid funding reductions. These facilities, often the
The landscape of immigrant life in the United States has undergone a seismic shift under President Donald Trump's second administration, with deportation policies casting a long shadow over communities nationwide. Reports of heightened fear and anxiety among immigrants—whether undocumented, h
Introduction to a Shifting Landscape in Lung Cancer Treatment In the realm of oncology, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) remains a formidable challenge, accounting for a significant portion of cancer diagnoses worldwide, and within this broad category, a small but critical subset—HER2-mutant N
Addressing a Critical Need in Child Health In Upstate South Carolina, particularly in Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee counties, a staggering number of children face health challenges rooted not just in medical conditions but also in the harsh realities of their environment. Social determinants
Understanding Medicare Advantage and Traditional Medicare: An Overview The Medicare system, a cornerstone of healthcare for millions of American seniors, stands at a critical juncture as enrollment in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans continues to surge, reshaping how older adults access care. With
Overview of a Shifting Landscape In 2025, the landscape of U.S. immigration policy stands at a critical juncture, with proposed changes to public charge rules under the Trump administration sparking intense debate across communities and industries. A staggering statistic from the 2025 KFF/New York
