Washington's Rural Hospitals Face Uncertainty
Rural hospitals in Washington, such as Dayton General, are bracing for potential closures due to upcoming changes to the federal Medicaid program.
Around two years ago, Elise Severe's middle daughter, Maddie, had a medical emergency while getting ready for kindergarten. Severe recounts the incident:
Then her head tilted back, and you could see her eyes go back, and all of the color just went away. Her lips were dark gray.
Severe's family lives in Dayton, Washington, where access to healthcare is limited. The proposed Medicaid cuts could exacerbate this issue, forcing residents to drive over an hour to the nearest hospital.
The Severe family's experience highlights the importance of local healthcare services. Elise Severe notes:
I don’t sleep well at night.
Author's summary: Rural hospitals in Washington face potential closures.
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