Forbes February 8, 2025
Omer Awan

In the last three weeks alone, since President Trump took office, there have been significant changes in the healthcare landscape across America and the world. Trump’s agenda in putting “America First” aims to save billions of dollars, but this could be at the expense of some of the most vulnerable populations in the world. Here is how some of his policies may exacerbate health disparities.

Potential Medicaid Cuts

Medicaid, the U.S.’s largest health insurance program, covers more than 70 million people. Although Trump has promised to “love and cherish” Medicaid, he has also stated that “it will only be more effective and better.”

The future of Medicaid remains uncertain as congressional Republicans are exploring changes to the program in order...

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