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Medicaid Covers US

Medicaid helps America’s families stay healthy and our communities thrive. It provides health insurance to low-income children and adults, seniors and people with disabilities, so that millions of people can get the health care they need to get healthy and stay healthy. It allows them to see a doctor when they are sick, get check-ups, buy medications and go to the hospital. Medicaid keeps hospital doors open to provide lifesaving care for people with cancer and other diseases, secures more jobs in our communities and helps America become a healthier, more prosperous nation. Hear the stories of our families, friends and neighbors as well as health care professionals from across the country. Hear how Medicaid Covers US.

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2015 was the last time Brandon had health insurance. At 35, he wants to live a long and healthy life for his daughters and the peace of mind of having health insurance.

8 year breast cancer survivor

25 year non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivor

John lost his pipeline job and his health insurance back in 2020. Through the sacrifice of his brother and charity care through Hope Lodge, John survived late-stage colon cancer, but it's had lasting impacts on John's family.

Ravin utilizes healing through art therapy in Jackson, MS. After losing her job and the insurance it provided in July 2023, she has advocated for many uninsured Mississippians to expand health coverage and access to mental health.

Angel MoralesRole: Vice SLA (State Lead Ambassador)

Many South Carolinians face significant barriers to health care. This short documentary examines the challenges faced by those in the Medicaid coverage gap and highlights how Medicaid expansion would benefit working South Carolinians and their families.

20 year breast cancer survivor

18 year breast cancer survivor