Is Health Care Affordable for California’s Undocumented Immigrants?

TL/DR - California has extended full-scope Medi-Cal benefits to undocumented immigrants as of January 1, 2024. This expansion could potentially add an additional 700,000 people to the program, costing the state around $3.1 billion annually, with the cost placed on California's taxpayers due to federal Medicaid not covering expenses for services…

Montreal ERs Exceed 200% Capacity: Top 3 Most Crowded This Week

TL/DR - Quebec's emergency rooms are facing critical overcrowding leading the government to plea for residents to stay home unless their situation is absolutely necessary. Healthcare experts argue this is a result of the government's own actions, pointing out the prolonged waiting times caused by their monopoly of the healthcare system. The…

USDA Celebrates 2023 Achievements for Farmers, Families, Communities

TL/DR - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has supported rural economic prosperity through projects with initiatives such as supporting farmers in financial distress, connecting rural communities to the internet, and promoting climate change mitigation efforts. In 2023, USDA helped over 30,000 farmers and ranchers stay on their farms…