Our Health Equity

Advocating for disadvantaged Americans who are shortchanged on healthcare & healthy living options.

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In 14 states, the closure of a rural hospital or it’s maternity ward would force Medicaid patients to travel more than an hour for inpatient obstetric care. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/5pXUCqliY0

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At least 1.1 million people in the U.S. get sick each year from germs in drinking water, according to the CDC.

Everyone should trust the water they rely on. Protecting safe water access is essential to healthier communities.

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Cost shouldn’t put nutritious food out of reach. Healthy food incentive programs can help make nutritious options more affordable and accessible for SNAP participants.

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Recent reports show that every Congressional District in upstate and Western New York is home to at least one food desert. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/C2TQtlgKhJ

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USDA research found that 61% of SNAP participants identified the affordability of healthy foods as a barrier to maintaining a healthy diet.

Cost can make consistent access to nutritious options more difficult.

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In 2024, 15.5% of U.S. households reported being unable to afford balanced meals at some point during the year.

Affordability can be a barrier to nutritious eating.

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The 340B program was designed to help safety-net hospitals serve vulnerable patients with drug discounts, but it’s not always working as intended. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/8ROHbgjCyD

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Bringing care closer can reduce barriers to better health. Primary care and community health centers help connect more people with the care they need.

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Veolia, Delaware’s drinking water supplier is suing nine companies for failing to prevent toxic PFAS chemicals from contaminating drinking water. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/ocFNtJaeW5

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About 1 in 5 Americans lives in a primary medical care shortage area.

That can mean longer travel, longer waits, and fewer options for care.

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Twelve small, rural hospitals in Tennessee are at immediate risk for closure. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/bq0IP8TgoQ

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An estimated 100 million Americans lack a regular place to go for primary care.

Access matters because getting care early can help keep health concerns from becoming more serious.

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Health equity starts with access to the resources people need to thrive. Follow Our Health Equity as we continue exploring healthcare access, access to medicine, nutritious food, and clean water.

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The Franklin Food Pantry in Massachusetts released its impact report for FY2026, revealing an increase in demand for food assistance in the community. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/uN0vSu5Adf

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Staying on treatment matters. KFF reports 43% of U.S. adults have delayed, skipped, or not filled a prescription because of cost.

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In 2025, the size of 340B profits increased 23%, fueling calls for program reform and increased transparency. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/iFFtL3luA7

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Nearly 9% of adults ages 18–64 did not take medication as prescribed because of cost, according to the CDC.

Understanding these barriers is key to improving access to medicine.

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Protecting clean water protects public health. Strong infrastructure, routine testing, and informed communities help keep drinking water safe.

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Communities across the country are responding to lead contamination in drinking water, however, California’s new inventory shows that there are no lead service lines left in the state. Read more on our blog. https://t.co/2xcKVam1tg

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The CDC estimates 1.1 million Americans become sick each year from germs in drinking water. Clean water helps protect healthier communities.

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