This episode is a collaboration with Doctors for America.

"This issue has been affecting my sleep. I'm not sleeping and I'm a pretty good sleeper, so this must be bothering me."

In this powerful special episode of the Pursuit of Health podcast, Dr. Eric Fethke collaborates with Doctors for America to sound the alarm about the proposed $880 billion in Medicaid cuts over ten years - a cut larger than the program's entire annual budget.

Using the fictional Smith family as a case study, Dr. Fethke illustrates how Medicaid is essential for everyday Americans: from a farm manager with a green card, to a mother pursuing nursing education, a son in addiction recovery, a pregnant wife with diabetes, and a grandmother with early Alzheimer's.

Dr. Fethke explains that Medicaid serves as a crucial lifeline, supporting rural hospitals, covering 1 in 4 children, and providing essential care for the elderly, disabled, and those with chronic conditions. The episode features insights from Dr. Don Berwick, former head of CMS, who warns against "blaming the poor" for healthcare system issues.

"Medicaid is the largest single health insurance provider in the country. It's bigger than Medicare, and most people don't know that. Even doctors... 26% of all Americans receive health care through Medicaid."
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To learn more about DFA and how you can get involved, visit www.doctorsforamerica.org. You’ll also find all the details and links in our show notes.

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