Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare

?? NEW: Watch the Coalition’s latest ad #FacesofMedicaid. Medicaid provides high-quality care for more than 72 million Americans, but some in Congress are considering funding cuts that would jeopardize access to this critical care. Send a letter to Congress ?? https://buff.ly/43auczV

After Christine Galuppor gave birth, she had a “rough and dark” six weeks. Her OB/GYN referred her to the Sharp Healthcare Maternal Mental Health Program. Now, Christine is feeling more confident. Her biggest piece of advice: never be ashamed to ask for help.

“I think I’m meant to raise awareness by sharing my story.” After finding pancreatic cancer while hospitalized for another health issue, William “Charley” Maynard started chemotherapy and an oral regimen at Integris Health. Charley has been living with the disease for 18 years, and is proof that patients can prevail despite a diagnosis. https://buff.ly/4aLtdb3

Eight people who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro together had one thing in common — all of them had overcome severe burn injuries after careful treatment at Valleywise Health Arizona Burn Center. The youngest member of #TeamCourageRising, Isabella McCune, was just 12-years-old at the time of the climb. Watch scenes from their climb, which raised more than $350,000 for the Burn Center, below. https://buff.ly/4ilafL3 Credit: Valleywise Health Foundation

Medicaid provides high-quality healthcare for more than 72 million Americans. Some in Congress are considering cuts to Medicaid funding that would jeopardize access to care for children and families, seniors, and veterans. Tell your representative: NO CUTS TO MEDICAID. #FacesofMedicaid https://buff.ly/43auczV

The Southern California wildfires brought devastation to many communities. Approximately 270 physicians lived within the fire perimeter. In the wake of this tragedy, many hospitals and health systems, including Cedars Sinai and Prime Healthcare, remained open, providing critical care to their communities despite personal losses. Read more about the pivotal role of hospitals and health systems during the California wildfires: https://buff.ly/3WS8kFd

Juanita Sawchak survived a heart attack at just 52 years old. She saw it as an opportunity to start fresh and live a healthier life. Sawchak underwent cardiac rehabilitation at Baptist Health System, regaining her strength and confidence. Read more: https://buff.ly/413ZGpF

In the Nebraska Examiner, Jeremy Nordquist, president of the Nebraska Hospital Association, emphasizes Medicaid’s importance to Nebraskans. Nearly half of all Nebraskans enrolled in Medicaid live in rural counties, Nordquist notes. These communities would be disproportionately affected by cuts to Medicaid funding that ultimately harm access to rural hospital care. Learn more ?? https://buff.ly/4gsLfzZ

“There’s been an accident. I’m alive, but I am on my way to the burn center.” After a gas explosion in 2021, Dillon Ryan suffered burns on 25% of his body. With intense treatment at Valleywise Health Arizona Burn Center, he turned what would have been a two-month stay into two weeks, determined to get back to his young family. Watch Dillon tell his story below.? https://buff.ly/3X2DuKo

Ohio Health recently launched Cardiac Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) technology, delivering non-invasive heart assessments that detect early signs of cardiovascular conditions. Learn more about this cutting-edge technology during #AmericanHeartMonth??: https://buff.ly/4hgLU8V