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FAFO! MAGA County LOSES Only Hospital Thanks To Trump
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12:32Now PlayingIn this eye-opening video, we dive into the shocking closure of Glenn Medical Center, the only hospital serving the rural community of Willows, California. After 75 years of dedicated service, this vital healthcare facility shut its doors on September 30th, leaving 30,000 residents without immediate access to emergency medical care.
What led to this devastating situation? The federal government, under the Trump administration, eliminated the hospital's critical access designation, a status that ensures rural communities can access emergency healthcare. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), led by Dr. Oz, determined that Glenn Medical Center no longer met the distance requirement, forcing locals to travel over 30 miles for emergency services.
Join us as we explore the implications of this closure, the broader trend of rural hospital shutdowns, and the impact of significant Medicaid cuts from the Trump Big Beautiful Bill. With nearly 200 rural hospitals closing since 2005 and over 700 at risk, this issue is more pressing than ever.
Hear from local leaders like Vice-Mayor Rick Thomas, who calls this a tragedy for the community. We’ll also discuss the financial struggles that rural hospitals face, including low insurance reimbursement rates and dwindling patient numbers.
Don’t miss this critical conversation about healthcare access in rural America and what it means for the future of our communities.
#RuralHealthcare #HospitalClosure #MedicaidCuts
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