Missouri’s health care crisis means Medicaid matters more than ever

Missouri’s health care crisis means Medicaid matters more than ever

(Getty Images).Medicaid is not just a safety net — it’s a lifeline for more than 1.2 million Missouri residents, nearly 20% of our state’s population. It ensures access to basic healthcare for low-income individuals and families who would otherwise go without. But Medicaid does more than support individuals; it is a vital public health tool that strengthens entire communities. In Missouri, Medicaid plays a particularly critical role for women an…