Letter: Urge Cayuga County representatives to support Medicaid funding

Letter: Urge Cayuga County representatives to support Medicaid funding

As a lifelong nurse, I have seen firsthand how good medical care can prevent complications and save lives. All people need affordable health care.

Mariah Plante: Health care for disabled on the chopping block (Opinion)

Congressional Republicans recently released their budget blueprint that includes massive cuts to Medicaid — with some Republicans calling for as much as $2 trillion in cuts — to give tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy and big corporations.

Potential cut to Medicaid sparking fear for some, optimism for others

With the current White House Administration aiming to cut billions in federal spending, some fear health insurance programs for lower-income Americans could be on the chopping block.

Poll Reveals Only 17 Percent Think Medicaid Funding Should Be Cut

WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Only 17 percent of adults say they want to see Medicaid funding decreased, while 42 percent think funding should increase and 40 percent think it should be kept about the same, according to…

Viewpoint: Medicaid funding a lifeline for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Medicaid is a lifeline for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Grand Forks and surrounding communities. Medicaid pays for their health care and community-based services. Congress has proposed funding cuts to Medicaid that could have a severe impact on people with IDD. The budget resolution that passed the House on Feb. 25, 2025, lays the groundwork for over $880 billion in cuts to Medicaid and other low-income progra…

Pentagon Contractors Don’t Save Lives or Money — Medicaid Does  - OtherWords

Cutting life-saving services to further enrich billionaires and Pentagon contractors is the worst possible option.