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In the 21st century, losing internet access means losing your connection to the world. 🌐 For many, from rural areas to low-income families, this digital divide limits access to crucial services like healthcare, job applications, and education. 📚 🏥 Despite advancements, 1 in 4 rural Americans still lack broadband, a major community issue. At Link Health, we're dedicated to closing this gap by supporting programs and infrastructure investments. 🌍 ✨ Learn more about how we're connecting communities for a healthier future on our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eMw5bUHN by Jessica Johnson

Welcome to the team, Jessica Johnson, our new Policy Associate and recent graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Northeastern University! 🌟 Jessica is continuing her academic journey at Northeastern, pursuing a Master's in Public Health. 💡Dive into her insightful work on Link Health’s blog. Her role in research and writing is paving the way for transformative impacts. Get inspired by her contributions—explore her work and see how it opens doors for us all! 📈

We're thrilled to share that Link Health, in collaboration with NeighborHealth, has been featured in the East Boston Times-Free Press and El Mundo Boston! 🗞️🎉 Dive into these articles to see how our partnership is making strides in community health. Together, we're working towards bridging health disparities and enhancing access for all. Check out the features to learn more about our impact! 🌍💪 https://lnkd.in/e-wKmKDf https://lnkd.in/erGmryB9

Please join us in welcoming Timothy Scheinert to the team as our Clinic Support & Project Manager! 🌟 Tim is ready to lead and innovate, ensuring our projects and clinics run smoothly. Welcome aboard, Tim

One of my most recent favorite memories was when the Link Health Fellows & Ambassadors randomly met Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. They were first awe-struck then had a ton of questions. Despite being incredibly busy she took time to inspire these future leaders. Lastly, she talked to them about their civic duty to vote and to always use their voices. 🖤 She will be missed in Houston! And I will forever appreciate her servant leadership and how she shaped our city. 🖤

States like California, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, Minnesota, and New York are leading efforts to expand healthcare access for undocumented immigrants. 🌟 From state-funded subsidies in Colorado's OmniSalud to full Medicaid benefits in California, these initiatives are crucial steps towards a healthier, more inclusive society. Explore how these states are breaking barriers on health care access in the following article: https://lnkd.in/e2mxQWJY Misha Nair #HealthEquity #ImmigrantHealth #AccessForAll 🏥💪🌍

Looking to drive change in nursing policies and systems for diverse communities? We've got just the opportunity for you! 🌍 Join the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) at their annual conference! 🏥 Learn, connect, and celebrate our drive for change. 🎉 Don’t miss out—register today! https://lnkd.in/e4emyhdD ✨

Link Health and NeighborHealth are teaming up to close the digital divide, offering low-cost internet and health support to communities. More than 10,000 patients have already benefited. Read here for more information. https://lnkd.in/e-wKmKDf

At A Healthier Democracy, we're addressing the growing health disparities in the U.S. Recent data shows a troubling increase in the mortality gap between rural and urban Americans. Matthew Roach, a vital statistics manager for the Arizona Department of Health Services, has tracked these disparities. His findings are stark: rural Americans aged 25 to 54 are dying from natural causes like chronic diseases and cancer at significantly higher rates than their urban counterparts. The gap has grown dramatically over the past two decades—from a 6% higher mortality rate in 1999 to 43% in 2019. Women in rural areas are particularly affected. Their natural-cause mortality rate increased by 18%, while their male peers saw a 3% rise. Cancer and heart disease are the leading causes, with lung disease and hepatitis also contributing. Pregnancy-related deaths are a significant factor as well. The situation is even worse for non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native people. Their mortality rate increased by 46%, with Native women experiencing a 55% rise. The South shows the widest rural-urban mortality gap, exacerbated by many states' refusal to expand Medicaid. These disparities are a national crisis. The lack of healthcare access in rural areas is compromising the health of rural Americans and our democracy. Rural hospitals are closing, and essential health services are diminishing. This is compounded by higher rates of poverty, disability, and chronic disease, and fewer physicians per capita in rural areas. At A Healthier Democracy, we believe improving rural health requires a community-focused approach. It's not just about keeping hospitals open—it's about ensuring communities have the resources they need to thrive. This includes expanding Medicaid, increasing access to preventive care, and addressing social determinants of health. The COVID-19 pandemic has further complicated the public health landscape. We need comprehensive data to understand its full impact on rural-urban life expectancies and to guide our efforts in closing the mortality gap. We must advocate for policies that expand access to care, support healthcare infrastructure, and address the unique challenges faced by rural Americans. The health of our rural communities is the health of our nation. Together, we can build a healthier, more inclusive country. For more detailed information, read the full article in here: https://lnkd.in/gxq-nWdB

Money back into your households! 🚀 We've discovered new programs that could help your family receive up to $23,000 a year! Follow us to learn about the different public benefits programs families may be eligible for. Then visit us at one of our partner clinics so the Link Health team can help you get enrolled! 🌟